A delegation from Sikkim completed a nine-day visit to flood-affected areas of Nepal from August 31 to September 8, delivering relief assistance and assessing conditions in Trishuli, Nuwakot and Rasuwa districts.
Under the guidance of the Chief Minister of Sikkim, the team visited affected communities and distributed blankets, sleeping bags, solar lights, dried fruits, medicines, soap, sanitary pads, diapers, clothing, Horlicks and other ready-to-eat food items to families who lost homes, belongings and livelihoods.
In Rasuwa district, relief materials were distributed to over 300 affected families.
Additionally, biscuits and stationery were provided to Naukunda Junior High School, while eleven packets of biscuits and one packet of solar lights were provided to the relief centre at Kalika 4 Dushini School.
The floods of August 26 caused extensive damage across the affected areas. Several people remain missing, and many displaced families are staying with relatives in nearby villages or in temporary shelters.
Medicine were handed over to the district administrations of Nuwakot and Rasuwa, while relief materials were provided to a monastery and several village-level committees. Books and toys were also distributed to children from affected families to support their emotional well-being and continuity of education.
Team Sikkim met families, local representatives and community members to assess urgent needs related to shelter, food, healthcare, education and essential services. The team conveyed the solidarity of the people of Sikkim and reaffirmed that Sikkim stands firmly with Nepal during this difficult period.
In coordination with local authorities and community representatives, Team Sikkim assessed immediate humanitarian needs and longer-term rehabilitation and reconstruction priorities.
The assessment confirmed extensive damage to homes, schools, roads, bridges and public infrastructure. In Rasuwa, four schools have been completely washed away: two government junior high schools in Gosaikunda, one government junior high school in Uttargaya and one private school.
Team Sikkim will continue contributing to relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, with particular focus on communities requiring urgent assistance.
“The focus ahead will remain on reaching the most affected and underserved communities, meeting immediate humanitarian needs, reopening schools, rebuilding homes and essential infrastructure, and supporting the long-term recovery and reconstruction of Rasuwa,” said Sonam Norgay Lachungpa,
