Bhotekoshi flood displaced 777 students. Nepal plans five-year school recovery
Summary
The Bhotekoshi flood displaced 777 students and damaged schools across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, prompting a five-year government recovery plan to rebuild resilient classrooms and restore learning. The National Child Rights Council and SOS Children’s Villages Nepal have also signed an agreement to support affected children and families.
Key Points
- The August 26 Bhotekoshi flood displaced 777 students and disrupted education across parts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.
- The government plans a five-year recovery strategy worth more than Rs3 billion to repair schools, restore learning and make institutions disaster-resilient.
- Fifty-six temporary learning centres have been set up, while affected children are being enrolled in nearby schools or supported through alternative learning arrangements.
- The National Child Rights Council and SOS Children’s Villages Nepal have signed a five-year agreement to support children and families affected by the floods.
