Kathmandu – The Monsoon Response Command Post under the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) held a meeting on Sunday at Singha Durbar to discuss the recent monsoon-related disasters that have affected many parts of Nepal. The meeting issued an eight-point decision focusing on relief, rescue, and rehabilitation measures.

In a statement signed by NDRRMA Executive Chief Dinesh Prasad Bhatt, the authority expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and property caused by the continuous rainfall since October 3 (Asoj 17). The statement extended condolences to the bereaved families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

The meeting decided to direct District Administration Offices to coordinate with local governments to provide financial relief to families of the deceased in line with existing standards and ensure free medical treatment for the injured.

It also resolved to continue search, rescue, and rehabilitation operations in all affected areas. Concerned agencies have been asked to submit preliminary damage assessments and data on affected populations and areas to the authority as soon as possible.

The command post urged local governments and related agencies to expedite relief distribution, relocation, and rehabilitation of displaced individuals. To ensure safety, local administrations were instructed not to allow night bus services on roads identified as risky due to landslides or flooding.

The Department of Roads has been asked to repair and reopen obstructed highways immediately, and local administrations have been directed to ensure the movement of essential services and public transport through coordination.

Similarly, relevant service providers have been instructed to restore disrupted water supply, electricity, and communication networks without delay.

Executive Chief Bhatt informed that the government has decided to provide Rs 200,000 in relief to the family of each person killed in the disaster and ensure that treatment for the injured is free of charge through coordination with district authorities.