Former Nepalese Prime Minister
The disaster, which has left at least 1,287 people dead, has triggered a massive search operation. Authorities report that 96 bodies have been identified and returned to their families, while thousands remain unaccounted for. Among those missing are 583 foreign nationals, including more than 270 Indian citizens, with some remains reportedly being recovered as far away as Chitwan and across the border in India.
Glacial Instability and Environmental Concerns
Addressing the geological origins of the catastrophe, Oli warned that the initial
Beyond the immediate recovery efforts, the former prime minister linked the disaster to broader
Calls for Accountability and Government Response
Oli used the opportunity to call for international accountability, asserting that Nepal has contributed minimally to global environmental degradation. He argued that highly industrialized nations bear the responsibility for the current climate crisis and should provide compensation to countries like Nepal that are disproportionately affected by glacial melting.
The former leader also directed criticism toward the current Nepalese government, describing the official response to the disaster as inadequate. Ten days after the onset of the floods, he characterized the situation as painful and expressed concern that the government has failed to meet the expectations of the public. He emphasized that the country now faces the daunting challenge of long-term reconstruction and rehabilitation for those displaced by the floods.
