Bhajani Municipality in Nepal has been severely impacted by continuous rainfall, leading to widespread flooding in the area. The Kandra, Mohana, Kadha, and Patharaya rivers overflowed on Wednesday, inundating large parts of the municipality and displacing residents. As a result, normal life has been significantly disrupted, with Ward No. 8 being the hardest hit. Many locals have been relocated to safer areas, including high-rise buildings, schools, and postal roads.
The flooding has not only displaced hundreds of families but has also caused substantial damage to property and crops. Kallu Chaudhary, a resident, shared that many were forced to abandon their homes and crops in a desperate bid to save their lives. The floodwaters have also damaged the postal highway in Ward No. 5 of Bhajani Municipality, further isolating the region.
The situation in nearby areas like Ward No. 3 of Joshipur is similarly dire, with residents struggling to cope with the aftermath of the floods. The local government, led by Mayor Chaudhary, has pledged to provide all possible assistance to those affected, but the scale of the disaster has stretched resources thin.
This flooding poses a significant challenge to the local tourism industry, which relies on the area’s natural beauty and accessibility. With key infrastructure damaged and communities in distress, the tourism sector faces potential setbacks, highlighting the need for disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure to support both locals and visitors in the future.
