Opinion | Answer the mountain’s call
Summary
Nepal’s leaders are urged to respond more forcefully to worsening climate disasters after the Rasuwa floods, with the government called on to improve accountability, disaster preparedness and cross-border cooperation with India and China. The piece argues that repeated warnings from scientists and past floods show these events are no longer unprecedented.
Key Points
- The article criticizes Prime Minister Balendra Shah and the Rastriya Swatantra Party for offering little clarity after the Rasuwa flash floods.
- It says Nepal has long been warned about climate-driven disasters and must treat such events as recurring risks, not unprecedented shocks.
- The piece calls for stronger disaster monitoring, safer hydropower practices and better planning across infrastructure and communities.
- It urges Nepal to build high-level cooperation with India and China on climate information, disaster response and resilience.
