Kathmandu — The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) had issued an early warning predicting an increased risk of floods and landslides due to continuous rainfall across the country. Following this, the government and its security agencies carried out extensive preparedness measures to minimize possible losses. Although heavy rainfall caused major damage to life and property in several regions, timely preparation by the government and security forces helped reduce the overall impact, giving citizens a sense of relief.

To prevent accidents caused by floods and landslides, the government restricted nighttime vehicle movement in high-risk areas and suspended long-distance transport services during severe weather conditions. People living near riverbanks in Kathmandu and other districts were safely relocated to secure areas. The government, in coordination with local authorities, also provided food and temporary shelter for those stranded on roads.

The Nepal Army deployed 237 specially trained rescuers for monsoon disaster response after the alert from the NDRRMA. In all 77 districts, 94 battalions and 58 standby rescue units were kept on alert with essential rescue equipment. Rescue teams, along with helicopters, were pre-positioned at 27 key locations to ensure quick response.

Similarly, the Armed Police Force (APF) mobilized 35 personnel from each of its units for disaster response under its 2082 Monsoon Preparedness and Response Plan. Across the country, a total of 7,615 personnel were kept ready, including 135 divers and 3,900 disaster-trained officers. The APF also deployed 33 motorboats, 96 rafting boats, and coordinated with 990 trained community disaster volunteers and 168,695 local disaster informants to strengthen the response network.

The Nepal Police also mobilized 20,485 personnel nationwide for disaster management. In Kathmandu alone, 130 officers were deployed, divided into 15 teams equipped with rafting boats for rescue operations. Each of the seven provincial police units kept 125 personnel on standby to respond immediately during adverse weather conditions.

Following the alert from the NDRRMA, the government and security agencies made necessary preparations in advance. Although this year’s monsoon disasters caused significant loss of life and property across the country, officials said that the impact was reduced to some extent due to timely preparedness. This has also provided a sense of relief among the public.