Government Funds Unspent Amidst Flood Disaster Relief Efforts
Summary
Floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers have destroyed settlements and left thousands of families mourning, while billions of rupees in disaster funds remain unused in government accounts. Officials say cash relief and cremation expenses are delayed by procedural requirements, even as affected communities struggle for basic help.
Key Points
- Floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers have killed hundreds and displaced communities across several districts.
- More than 14 billion rupees in the Prime Minister's Natural Disaster Relief Fund and other relief materials remain idle, drawing criticism over delayed assistance.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says funds are being released only after formal requests and verification from local levels.
- Local leaders and victims say they cannot even receive cremation expenses or temporary shelter support despite the scale of the disaster.
