Mustang Houses Damaged by Chhoser Epicenter Earthquake
Summary
An earthquake centered in Chhoser has badly damaged houses, school buildings and the historic king’s palace in Upper Mustang, with hundreds of homes cracked and residents forced to sleep in tents and open spaces. Local officials say aftershocks continue, while lawmakers are urging the government to provide relief, compensation and reconstruction support.
Key Points
- A 5.3-magnitude earthquake with its epicenter in Chhoser damaged 400 to 500 houses in Upper Mustang, with no human casualties reported.
- School buildings, teachers’ housing and the historic king’s palace in Chhoser have been severely affected and may be unsafe.
- Residents in affected wards are spending nights in community houses, open spaces and tents because of ongoing aftershocks.
- MP Yogesh Gauchan has urged the central government to prioritize relief, compensation and preservation of historical structures in Lo-Manthang.
