Bagmati Province Government Cuts 6 Billion Rupees Budget for Bhote Koshi Flood Reconstruction
Summary
The Bagmati Province government has cut 6 billion rupees from ministry budgets to fund reconstruction and disaster management after the Bhote Koshi flood caused severe damage in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading. The province will build five suspension bridges and two bailey bridges as part of the recovery effort.
Key Points
- The Bagmati Province government has reallocated 6 billion rupees for reconstruction and disaster management after the Bhote Koshi flood.
- Funds were cut from the budgets of various ministries to support relief, rehabilitation and recovery in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.
- The province plans to build five suspension bridges and two bailey bridges in flood-affected areas.
- The amount will be managed through the Disaster Management Fund and related contingency budget headings.
