Indian TV coverage of Nepal floods criticised for sensationalism
Summary
Indian TV crews covering the Bhotekoshi floods in Rasuwa have faced backlash for sensational reporting that put reporters at the center of the story instead of victims and rescue efforts. The criticism has revived long-standing anger in Nepal over insensitive Indian media coverage during major disasters.
Key Points
- Indian television crews covering the Bhotekoshi floods in Rasuwa were accused of turning the disaster into a spectacle and were confronted by residents in Dhunche.
- Videos showing reporters struggling in mud drew criticism for making the reporter the story rather than the flood devastation and survivors' suffering.
- The article links the backlash to past controversies over Indian media coverage in Nepal, including the 2015 earthquake and the Gen Z protests.
- Media experts and Nepali officials said sensationalism, weak training and commercial pressure are driving poor disaster coverage, though responsible reporters also travelled to Nepal.
