Flood Debris Removal Estimated to Cost NPR 95.42 Billion
Summary
An estimated NPR 95.42 billion will be needed to remove flood debris from the Bhote Koshi disaster and carry out immediate and long-term rehabilitation. The report also sets out major recovery spending for infrastructure, social services, production, and disaster risk reduction.
Key Points
- The National Planning Commission and the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority prepared a Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment report for the Bhote Koshi flood.
- NPR 95.42 billion is estimated for removing stones, soil, sand, and building debris, with major costs tied to damaged buildings and disaster risk reduction.
- Immediate recovery spending is projected at NPR 67.42 billion for infrastructure, NPR 8.29 billion for the social sector, and NPR 5 billion for production.
- The report also allocates NPR 150 million for immediate inclusive rehabilitation for vulnerable groups over six months.
