Nepal to receive nearly Rs 3 billion in grants for flood relief and rehabilitation
Summary
Nepal will receive a US$21.6 million grant, nearly Rs 3 billion, to support relief and rehabilitation for families affected by the flood in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river corridor. The government is also preparing for high-level participation in COP31 in Türkiye and plans to raise the impacts of climate change on Himalayan communities.
Key Points
- Nepal has been approved for a US$21.6 million grant from the UN climate fund to support flood relief and rehabilitation.
- The aid will help families affected by the August 26 flood in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river corridor.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the fund approved Nepal’s request at a special meeting on October 12, 2026.
- Nepal is also preparing for COP31 in Antalya, where it plans to highlight climate impacts on the Himalayas.
