Nepal’s Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development has proposed a plan requiring approximately Rs 64 billion to reconstruct infrastructure damaged by recent floods and landslides. The ministry submitted a detailed proposal to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), Nepal’s central body for disaster management, outlining the immediate, medium-term, and long-term funding needs.
The plan, totaling Rs 63.79 billion, addresses damage caused by the Bhote Koshi flood on Bhadra 10 (BS) and widespread floods and landslides from Ashoj 8-11 (BS). For immediate reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts, the ministry has requested Rs 3.42 billion. An additional Rs 60.37 billion is required for medium and long-term projects.
A preliminary assessment conducted on October 6, 2026, indicated that infrastructure across the country has sustained an estimated Rs 227 billion in damage due to recent floods, landslides, and climate-related disasters. The government stated that Rs 63 billion is immediately needed for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of these damaged structures.
Broken down, the initial assessment revealed Rs 103.54 billion in damage to 7,570 private and 48 public buildings. Road networks suffered an estimated Rs 20 billion in damage, while motorable bridges accounted for Rs 13.80 billion and suspension bridges for Rs 2.65 billion. The water supply and sanitation sector alone incurred an estimated Rs 87.87 billion in damage.
In the 24 hours leading up to October 7, 2026, Nepal experienced 17 disaster-related incidents, resulting in three deaths and 14 injuries. These incidents caused an estimated Rs 5.04 million in economic losses.
Future Plans and Challenges
The Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development is preparing to introduce a new design code, emphasizing disaster-resilient infrastructure. The ministry also plans to establish a ‘Maintenance and Disaster Resilience Unit’ to facilitate immediate repairs and reconstruction following disasters. Work has begun with consultants to revise road and bridge designs, and discussions are underway to create dedicated positions for expert engineers in disaster management.
Feasibility studies are planned for the long-term construction and restoration of road networks connecting Rasuwa District to the northern border, with discussions also initiated with China. Approximately 300 transitional shelters are being prepared for displaced families before Dashain. Of the 20 damaged suspension bridges, 12 have already been repaired. Additionally, a Bailey bridge is under construction in the Betrawati area, and efforts are ongoing to restore road access from Dhunche to Syaphrubesi and onward to Rasuwagadhi.
Uncertainties Remain
The full extent of the damage is yet to be determined, pending a detailed Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA). It remains unclear when full-scale reconstruction efforts will commence in the affected areas. Further information on how the required Rs 63 billion for reconstruction will be sourced is not yet available. There is also no clear timeline for the complete restoration of all highways and roads disrupted by the floods and landslides, nor is it known if the planned number of transitional shelters will be sufficient for all affected families.
