Nepal Army Mobilizes Rescue Teams Following Bhotekoshi Flood

Wed, Aug 26, 2026 11:32 AM on Latest, National,

The Nepal Army has mobilized rescue and disaster management teams following flooding in the Bhotekoshi River that affected Timure, Syabrubesi and other areas along the riverbank in Rasuwa.

According to the Directorate of Military Public Relations and Information, Army personnel were deployed immediately after receiving information about damage caused by the river’s flooding this morning.

Two Nepal Army helicopters have landed at Trishuli Bazaar to support search and rescue operations in the affected areas. An emergency medical team has also been deployed to Trishuli District Hospital to provide immediate medical assistance to those affected by the disaster.

Rescue teams from the Dhunche and Trishuli Army barracks have been mobilized to the affected areas. In addition, disaster management personnel with specialized expertise from Brigade No. 6 in Gajuri have also been deployed to support the ongoing emergency response.

The Nepal Army is coordinating search, rescue, and disaster management efforts in the affected areas as authorities continue to assess the extent of damage caused by the flooding.