63 people from Jumla still missing after Bhotekoshi floods
Summary
Sixty-three people from Jumla district remain missing nearly three weeks after floods swept through the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river corridor on August 26. Patarasi Rural Municipality has distributed initial relief to affected families and collected a relief fund for further support.
Key Points
- Sixty-three people from Jumla district are still missing after the August 26 floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river corridor.
- Patarasi Rural Municipality said 93 people were initially reported missing, but 30 have since made contact.
- Each affected family has received Rs 41,000 in first-phase relief, including money from donors and the municipality.
- A total of Rs 2.047 million is available for relief after additional funds were collected locally.
