Disaster rescue and relief funds total Rs 17.75 billion
Summary
Rs 17.75 billion has been deposited in the Prime Minister Natural Disaster Rescue Fund and the Prime Minister Relief Fund to support people affected by floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system. The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers said the funds are held across commercial bank accounts in rupees and US dollars.
Key Points
- Rs 17.75 billion has been deposited in the Prime Minister Natural Disaster Rescue Fund and the Prime Minister Relief Fund.
- The money is meant to support people affected by floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system.
- The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers said nine accounts at commercial banks hold Rs 13.23 billion.
- Accounts at Himalayan Bank and Laxmi Sunrise Bank hold US$29.747 million.
