Rs 95.42 billion required for removing Bhotekoshi flood debris: RDNA report

Summary

The RDNA report estimates Rs 95.42 billion will be needed to remove debris and restore areas damaged by the Bhotekoshi flood. The cost covers infrastructure repair, disaster risk reduction, and inclusive rehabilitation for affected communities.

Key Points
  • The RDNA report says Rs 95.42 billion is required for immediate and long-term restoration after the Bhotekoshi flood.
  • Rs 48.24 billion worth of damaged and washed-away buildings and Rs 2 billion worth of deposited soil are among the major debris-related losses.
  • Rs 67.42 billion is needed for infrastructure recovery, including roads, bridges, drinking water, irrigation, and energy projects.
  • The report also allocates funds for social-sector rebuilding, production-sector recovery, and disaster risk reduction measures.
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