'Disaster management is government's top priority, no compromise is made,' asserts PM Shah
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah said disaster management is the government’s top priority and that federal, provincial and local bodies are coordinating flood and landslide response efforts. Officials also discussed damage to roads, bridges, homes and drinking water systems, along with strengthening early warning systems and support for affected communities.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah said the government is managing disaster response with no compromise and is coordinating efforts across all levels of government.
- The meeting reviewed damage from floods and landslides in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system, Gandaki and other affected areas.
- Officials said hundreds of houses, roads and bridges have been damaged, with immediate repair costs running into billions of rupees.
- Provincial chief ministers raised concerns about glacial lakes, drinking water shortages and resettlement measures for flood-affected residents.
