Kathmandu, Oct 12: Flooding in the Budhigandaki River destroyed 45 homes and partially damaged 27 others on Sunday morning, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.
The flood, which carried mud and debris, also damaged 34 livestock sheds and three vehicles. Five people remain unaccounted for, the authority said.
Two concrete bridges, three suspension bridges, three hydropower projects and four ceremonial fire pits were also damaged.
The government has delivered 50 tents, 50 tarpaulins, 200 mattresses, 200 blankets and 200 sleeping bags to the affected areas.
Other supplies include 100 solar lights, 10 generators, 1,320 jackets and 20 hygiene kits, according to the authority. It has also delivered 90 food baskets, 10 baby baskets and 20 royal bags.
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