Flood Victims Seek Return to Homeland Amidst Uncertain Future
Summary
Flood victims from Timure in Rasuwa are living in holding centers in Kathmandu and say they want to return home because the government has not presented a concrete resettlement plan. They say the monthly shelter allowance is too little to cover rent, food and schooling in the capital.
Key Points
- Displaced residents from Timure, Rasuwa, have been staying at Mustang Gumba in Kathmandu for two months after the Bhote Koshi flood.
- Victims say the government has not provided a clear permanent resettlement plan and want to return to their village.
- The government’s monthly shelter support of Rs 15,000 is considered insufficient for rent and living costs in Kathmandu.
- A total of 411 people, including 171 children and 80 elderly people, are currently staying at Mustang Gumba.
