Rasuwa Flood Causes Significant Damage to Lives and Property, Impacting Health Sector

On Bhadau 10, a flood in Rasuwa caused great damage to lives and property. The health sector was also affected. Some health structures were washed away in the flood. A large number of people are missing, including health workers.

The Ministry of Health claims to be strengthening the health system in times of disaster. Here is a summary of the conversation with former secretary Dr. Sudha Sharma, who has also served as the Minister of Health and Food Hygiene, regarding the role and challenges of the Ministry of Health during disasters: