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Rasuwa faces food shortages and healthcare disruption after floods

Flooding on the Bhote Koshi river has completely severed road connectivity in the border district, leaving local residents and businesses stranded.

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  • Bhote Koshi flooding has completely severed road connectivity in the border district of Rasuwa.
  • Local residents face severe shortages of food and daily essentials, while patients struggle to access healthcare.
  • Authorities are working to restore the road, but continuous rain is delaying diversion and bridge construction.

Continuous flooding on the Bhote Koshi river has completely severed the road network in Rasuwa, a district bordering China. The resulting transport halt has disrupted daily life, leading to a growing shortage of food and essential supplies for local residents. The road closure has also severely affected healthcare access, leaving sick individuals without a way to travel for medical treatment. Kippa Chhiring Tamang, a wholesale merchant from Thulo Bharkhu, noted that business operators in the border region are facing major difficulties due to the prolonged transport disruption. Chief District Officer Pandey reported that active efforts are underway to clear the route and restore connectivity. However, building necessary diversions and bridges is expected to take some time, as ongoing rainfall has slowed down the repair operations managed by the local administration.

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