Nepali Congress urges govt to intensify rescue efforts after Budhigandaki flood

Summary

The Nepali Congress has urged the government to intensify rescue efforts after a sudden flood damaged areas along the Budhigandaki River. Party president Gagan Kumar Thapa and party leaders called on members near the affected areas to join the response while staying safe.

Key Points
  • The Nepali Congress asked the government to step up rescue efforts after a sudden flood in the Budhigandaki River caused damage.
  • Acting Chief Secretary Krishna Prasad Dulal issued a statement urging residents in downstream areas to stay safe.
  • Party President Gagan Kumar Thapa also drew the government’s attention to the disaster and asked members near the flood-hit area to help with rescue work.
  • Thapa urged party members returning from the party’s general convention to travel safely.
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