170 killed in monsoon-induced disaster: Home Ministry

Kathmandu, September 29 — The Home Ministry has stated that 170 people have died due to floods and landslides caused by the rain starting Thursday. In a press conference held on Sunday night, the ministry also mentioned that 42 people are missing and 111 have been injured.

Spokesperson Rishiram Tiwari informed that all security agencies have been mobilized for search, rescue, and relief operations, and approximately 4,000 disaster-affected individuals have been rescued so far.

On Sunday, 162 individuals who were injured or stranded in various areas of districts including Kavrepalanchok, Sindhuli, and Lalitpur were rescued by the Nepal Army’s helicopter, and emergency relief materials, including food supplies, have been provided.

He also mentioned that injured individuals are receiving free treatment at government hospitals.

The ministry stated that it will continue to prioritize search, rescue, and relief operations. It is working to coordinate with relevant agencies to promptly restore blocked highways.