The Nepali Army has completed its search of the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project tunnel after finding no people inside following the Bhote Koshi flood.
The LPG shortage in Kathmandu Valley has intensified after the collapse of a section of the Prithvi Highway at Krishnabhir disrupted the movement of gas bullet trucks into the capital.
Shivam Cement has announced 11,000 bags of free OPC cement for 110 affected households, while its subsidiary Shivam Holdings has contributed Rs. 1.1 million to the disaster relief fund.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has begun consultations with security chiefs to assess the search, rescue, relief and management efforts following the Bhote Koshi flood in Rasuwa.
Damage to major highways connecting Kathmandu with key supply centers has disrupted the transportation of vegetables, food, LPG and petroleum products, raising concerns over possible shortages and price pressures.
The devastating flood in Rasuwa and surrounding areas has resulted in 903 bodies being recovered, while 4,247 people remain unaccounted for, according to the latest disaster authority update.
Nepal Rastra Bank is set to collect Rs. 20 billion in deposits from the banking system through a three-month deposit collection instrument to manage excess liquidity.
Nepal Rastra Bank has instructed banks and financial institutions to ensure the continuity of banking and payment services in areas affected by recent natural disasters, while supporting rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts.
NIC Asia Bank has contributed Rs. 2.21 crore to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund to support rescue and relief efforts for people affected by the devastating BhoteKoshi flood in Rasuwa.

Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited has contributed Rs. 4.01 crore to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund to support search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts for people affected by the devastating BhoteKoshi flood in Rasuwa.
Nepal Telecom has extended its free voice calls, data and SMS services in areas affected by the BhoteKoshi and Trishuli floods until further notice to support rescue, relief and communication efforts.
The Nepal Automobile Importers and Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has announced Rs. 50 lakh in financial support for people affected by the devastating BhoteKoshi flood in Rasuwa.