Minister Gautam promises law, policy to mitigate disaster damage
Summary
Law Minister Sobita Gautam has pledged to revise laws and policies to make infrastructure safer and more resilient against disasters, citing the recent floods in Nepal. She said future legal changes will be based on scientific evidence and expert recommendations, with special attention to rescue, body management, and rights-related issues during emergencies.
Key Points
- Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Sobita Gautam said Nepal will gradually amend laws and policies to support geography-friendly, safer infrastructure and disaster risk reduction.
- She linked the recent floods in Rasuwa to the need for stronger disaster warnings, better development planning, and more resilient infrastructure.
- Gautam said the government faced major challenges in rescue, relief, and body management after the Rasuwa-Trishuli floods, including a shortage of mortuaries.
- She said future legal revisions will be based on scientific facts, data, and expert recommendations, including rules for missing persons, the deceased, property, and family rights.
