18 schools damaged by Bhotekoshi floods; Rs 4.23b rebuild cost
Summary
Bhotekoshi floods damaged 18 schools across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, leaving 11 completely destroyed and causing an estimated Rs 937.3 million in losses. The school sector needs Rs 4.23 billion for recovery and rebuilding, according to a rapid assessment by Nepal’s planning and disaster authorities.
Key Points
- Eighteen schools in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading were affected by the Bhotekoshi floods, and 11 were completely damaged.
- The rapid assessment estimates Rs 937.3 million in damage to school buildings and educational assets and Rs 4.23 billion needed for recovery.
- A total of 308 classrooms were assessed, with 152 partially damaged and 156 destroyed.
- Bidur Municipality in Nuwakot was the worst hit, with nine schools and Rs 366.2 million in losses.
