Police Senior Superintendent Deep Shamsher Jabra Discusses Bhote Koshi Flood Rescue Challenges and Technologies
Summary
Police Senior Superintendent Deep Shamsher Jabra described the severe challenges of rescuing flood victims in Rasuwa after the Bhote Koshi flood, citing broken communication, blocked transport and limited equipment. He said Nepal Police relied on drones and basic rescue tools, while calling for a stronger early warning system across the Himalayan region.
Key Points
- Deep Shamsher Jabra led search and rescue operations in Rasuwa after the Bhote Koshi flood and said the terrain and communication failures made the mission extremely difficult.
- Police relied mainly on basic tools and drones, while lacking advanced equipment such as sonar, life detectors and infrared cameras.
- Jabra said an early warning system is more important than state-of-the-art rescue gear for preventing future deaths in similar disasters.
- He warned that warming and permafrost melt are increasing the risk of floods and mountain collapse across the Himalayas.
