Nepal scales back flood search as Rs559b reconstruction effort begins
Summary
Nepal has suspended search and rescue operations after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods except in emergencies, and is shifting focus to reconstruction and rehabilitation. The disaster council has recommended Rs559.17 billion for 504 recovery plans and programmes in affected areas.
Key Points
- Search and rescue operations after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods have been suspended except in emergencies.
- The National Council for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management has shifted priority to reconstruction and rehabilitation in affected areas.
- The council recommended a Rs559.17 billion budget for 504 plans and programmes submitted by ministries and government agencies.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah said disaster response and recovery will be coordinated across federal, provincial and local governments.
