Bagmati Province Government Lacks Preparedness for Heavy Rains
Summary
The Bagmati Province government is facing criticism for lacking concrete preparedness as heavy rainfall is expected across Nepal from October 8 to 12. Officials say only alert notices have been issued so far, while disaster risk assessments, relief stockpiles, and area-specific plans are still being discussed.
Key Points
- Heavy rainfall is expected across Nepal from October 8 to 12, with Bagmati Province at high risk of floods, landslides, and inundation.
- The province’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, Law, and Cooperatives has issued only a general alert and says it is still discussing concrete preparations.
- Umesh Dahal said the government lacks a detailed risk assessment and enough relief materials, while a disaster committee meeting is planned.
- Minister Bharat Bahadur KC said the province has intensified preparedness, activated subordinate bodies, and instructed all 13 districts to stay on high alert.
