September 23, 2026 10:48 PM
Nepal activates disaster response mechanisms as heavy rain alert issued
Nepal has activated its disaster response mechanisms after weather forecasters warned of heavy rainfall across several parts of the country from September 24 to 27. A low-pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring heavy rainfall, with authorities urging people to remain vigilant and follow updates issued through official government channels. Ananda Kafle, Joint Secretary at Nepal's Ministry of Home Affairs, appealed to citizens to avoid unverified information and re...