KATHMANDU — World Challenge Nepal (Church Mobilization) has provided emergency relief materials to families affected by recent flooding in Nuwakot district.
The assistance was distributed to more than 220 families currently taking shelter at holding centers in Jugetar and Angultar, located in Ward No. 9 of Bidur Municipality. These families were displaced following devastating flash floods triggered by the Bhote Koshi River on August 26.
According to Simson Tamang, Coordinator of World Challenge Nepal, ( Church Mobilization ) the relief package included 110 sacks of rice, 110 PE foam mats, 70 tarpaulins, 110 pressure cookers, 110 gas stove , 110 soap bars, 110 toothbrush sets, 550 packets of instant noodles, 110 packets of lentils, 110 packets of salt, 110 liters of cooking oil, 110 packets of dried soy nuggets (masyaura), 110 packets biscuits and 110 Pce of Blanket.
World Challenge Nepal ( Church Mobilization ) operates primarily in social and humanitarian sectors, focusing on support for orphans people , single women, and disaster-affected communities. Expressing condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the disaster, Tamang stated that this initial distribution is intended to meet immediate needs, adding that the organization will continue to assist disaster-stricken communities in the future.
Affected residents expressed deep gratitude for the timely support.
Meanwhile, Rajendra Shrestha, Acting Ward Chairperson of Bidur Municipality–9, voiced concern over the lack of government relief efforts even 12 days after the disaster. He commended World Challenge Nepal for stepping in proactively to aid the victims when state support had yet to arrive.
