The monsoon has just begun. Meanwhile, 62 people have died and 90 have been injured in rain-related incidents in Nepal in the last four weeks. According to available data, the cause of deaths related to this monsoon is landslides, floods and lightning. So far 34 people have died due to landslides. While 28 people have died due to floods caused by continuous rains. Apart from this, 7 people have lost their lives due to other natural disasters.
order to give priority to public safety
Floods and landslides following heavy rains have also caused considerable damage to property. At least 121 houses have been submerged and 82 others damaged. Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has ordered all state agencies to prioritise the safety of people affected by monsoon floods, landslides and floods.
State agencies deployed for rescue and relief
The Prime Minister of Nepal ordered all state agencies to focus on rescue and relief efforts for citizens affected by these natural disasters. He urged all citizens to remain alert to potential disasters and asked political parties, civil society and social organizations to cooperate in reducing disaster risks and ensuring the safety of citizens.
41 gates of Kosi Barrage were opened
According to the information, all the gates of Gandak Barrage have been opened after the water level of Narayani river rose above the warning level. The water flow at Gandak Barrage was measured at 440750 cusecs at 7 am. Quoting Saptakoshi Water Measuring Center, the news said that 41 gates of Kosi Barrage were opened after the water flow rose to the warning level.