Finance Minister instructs for realistic assessment of Bhotekoshi flood damage
Summary
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has told the concerned bodies to make the Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment for the Bhotekoshi flood more realistic. The government is preparing a joint report with the National Planning Commission and the World Bank to guide relief, investment, reconstruction and restoration work.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle directed the National Planning Commission and the World Bank to make the Bhotekoshi flood damage assessment more realistic.
- The government is comparing the NPC-led Rapid Disaster Needs Assessment and the World Bank’s Global Rapid Damage Estimation to produce a shared initial report.
- The assessment covers social, productive, infrastructure and other sectors, including roads, bridges, hydropower, education, health and cultural heritage.
- A joint RDNA report will be used to guide relief, investment mobilization, reconstruction and restoration efforts.
