National Authority Studies Geography for Permanent Housing for BhoteKoshi Flood Victims
Summary
A geographical study is underway to build permanent housing for BhoteKoshi flood victims in the Syaphrubesi-Betrawati-Trishuli area. Authorities say search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation work is ongoing, while DNA identification efforts continue for the deceased.
Key Points
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says a geographical study is being conducted to build permanent housing for BhoteKoshi flood victims.
- Authorities are carrying out search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation work through 16 mobilization teams with designated focal persons.
- DNA collection and profile preparation are underway in two labs, with 150 bodies identified so far out of about 1,600.
- Temporary and alternative routes, along with technical testing of roads, bridges and suspension bridges, are being handled by the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport.
