President Paudel Inspects Flood-Hit Nuwakot as Relief Efforts Intensify After Bhotekoshi Disaster

President Ram Chandra Paudel on Monday made an on-site inspection of flood-affected areas in Nuwakot and Rasuwa, stepping into the heart of one of the country’s most devastating recent natural disasters. His visit centered on assessing damage, hearing directly from displaced residents, and reviewing the pace of rescue and relief operations.

During the tour, the President received detailed briefings from the District Disaster Management Committee and security officials on search and rescue work, rehabilitation plans, and the broader response to the flooding triggered by the Bhotekoshi River. Authorities also updated him on the scale of life and property loss, as well as the current status of relief distribution.

In Bidur and other affected locations, President Paudel met families who have been forced from their homes by the floods. He listened to their concerns firsthand, with many residents describing the hardship caused by damaged homes, disrupted livelihoods, and uncertainty over what comes next.

The President also inspected holding centers in Nuwakot where flood-affected people are currently staying. He reviewed the support being provided to those displaced by the disaster and observed how local authorities and security agencies are coordinating the emergency response.

Earlier in the day, he visited a Nepali Army camp in Trishuli, where personnel have been assisting with flood response efforts, and also inspected areas of Rasuwa hit by the same flooding. The visit highlighted the scale of the disaster across multiple districts and the pressure on local infrastructure, emergency teams, and relief systems.

The Bhotekoshi floods have left a trail of destruction across the region, disrupting transport, damaging property, and forcing a renewed focus on rapid rescue, resettlement, and reconstruction. The President’s ground visit sends a clear signal that the disaster response remains a national priority.

For many affected families, the most urgent needs remain shelter, food, safety, and a path toward rebuilding. The latest visit underscores how disaster relief in Nepal is now as much about restoring trust and stability as it is about clearing debris and repairing roads.