The Nepali Army has intensified rescue and relief operations in flood-hit Rasuwa district, deploying five helicopters to evacuate stranded residents and deliver emergency assistance following the devastating Bhotekoshi River flood.
Army
The Army said rescue operations continued on Thursday, with teams working across affected areas to locate missing people, evacuate survivors and distribute essential relief materials.
Using helicopter support, the Army rescued 97 people from flood-affected locations. Three people were airlifted from the Mailung tunnel area, while 14 others were rescued from Timure during morning operations.
In addition to aerial rescue missions, Army personnel carried out ground operations and successfully assisted 63 more people trapped in affected communities.
Thousands of personnel deployed for disaster response
The Nepali Army has mobilised more than 2,000 personnel from Nuwakot to Chitwan to support search and rescue operations, relief distribution and emergency response activities.
Army officials said 11 specialised teams carried out overnight ground rescue missions in difficult conditions caused by damaged roads, flooding and landslides.
Natural Disasters
The military has also deployed 11 trucks to transport relief supplies and emergency equipment to communities affected by the disaster.
Relief supplies and medical support delivered
The Army confirmed that four shipments of relief materials have already reached Timure, one of the areas severely affected by the flood.
Additional medical teams have been sent to support injured victims, particularly in areas around the Trishuli River where many people require emergency treatment.
Medical personnel are providing healthcare services, first aid and assistance to survivors affected by the disaster.
Rescue operations continue
Authorities said rescue and relief activities will continue until all affected communities receive assistance and missing people are located.
Emergency Services
The Bhotekoshi flood has caused major destruction in northern Nepal, damaging homes, roads, bridges and critical infrastructure while leaving many communities isolated.
The Nepali Army, police, government agencies and humanitarian organisations continue working together to support victims and restore essential services in flood-affected regions.
