Nepali Lawmaker Urges Swift Rescue of Citizens Stranded in Kerung

Kathmandu – Mohan Acharya, a Nepali Congress leader and Member of Parliament from Rasuwa, has appealed to Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba for immediate diplomatic intervention to rescue Nepali citizens stranded in Kerung due to devastating floods in the region.

Urgent Appeal for Rescue Operations

During a meeting with Foreign Minister Deuba on Tuesday, MP Acharya emphasized the need for swift action to evacuate Nepalis trapped in Kerung after the Rasuwagadhi floods severed critical transportation links. He stressed that delays in repatriation efforts are exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

Key Infrastructure Concerns Raised

The lawmaker highlighted several pressing issues requiring bilateral attention:

• Temporary Bridge Construction: Urgent need for a provisional Nepal-China crossing

• Friendship Bridge Reconstruction: Rehabilitation of the vital cross-border link

• Early Warning Systems: Enhanced weather forecasting cooperation between nations

Government Response

Foreign Minister Deuba assured that Nepal is actively engaged in diplomatic talks with Chinese authorities to expedite relief measures. She confirmed ongoing communications to resolve the situation promptly while addressing both immediate rescue needs and long-term infrastructure rehabilitation.

The flooding has particularly impacted the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung corridor, a critical trade and transit route, leaving hundreds of Nepali travelers and workers in limbo. Authorities face mounting pressure to secure safe passage amid challenging weather conditions and damaged border infrastructure.

Next Steps:
The Foreign Ministry has pledged to prioritize citizen evacuation while working with Chinese counterparts on temporary transit solutions until permanent infrastructure can be restored.