Rasuwa Flood Update: 1,294 Bodies Recovered, More Than 5,000 Still Missing; Over 13,000 Rescued

Rasuwa Flood Update: 1,294 Bodies Recovered, More Than 5,000 Still Missing; Over 13,000 Rescued

Kathmandu, September 4, 2026:
The devastating floods and landslides in Rasuwa and surrounding districts have left a massive trail of destruction, with 1,294 bodies and human remains recovered and approximately 5,053 people still reported missing, according to the latest government disaster-response update.

As of 6:30 PM on September 4, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported that 140 bodies were recovered in Rasuwa, 184 in Nuwakot, 67 in Dhading, 73 in Gorkha, 38 in Tanahun, 221 in Nawalparasi East, 212 in Nawalparasi West and 359 in Chitwan. The figures include unidentified human remains recovered from different locations.

The missing-person figure includes approximately 2,130 people from Rasuwa, 2,340 from Nuwakot and 583 foreign nationals, according to information received from the respective District Administration Offices and other authorities.

Despite the scale of the disaster, rescue operations have continued around the clock. A total of 13,095 people have been rescued so far. The Nepali Army alone has rescued 4,157 people through air and ground operations, while the Nepal Police has rescued 4,068 and the Armed Police Force has rescued 4,870 people.

Authorities said 303 foreign nationals have so far been rescued. Nepali Army helicopters have conducted 881 flights, including 96 flights on September 4 alone. Private-sector helicopters operating from Kathmandu have also carried out 129 flights.

More than 5,600 people receive medical treatment

The disaster has also resulted in a major humanitarian and medical response. A total of 5,663 injured or affected people have received medical treatment. Of them, 314 were treated at different hospitals, 3,266 received treatment through the Nepali Army and 2,083 through the Armed Police Force.

To support the search, rescue, security and relief operations, 21,421 security personnel have been mobilized, including 9,287 from the Nepali Army, 7,931 from the Nepal Police and 4,203 from the Armed Police Force.

7,570 private houses damaged

The initial assessment indicates extensive damage to homes and critical infrastructure. A total of 7,570 private houses have been affected.

Among government structures, 48 buildings have sustained damage, including 35 that were completely destroyed and 13 partially damaged. Eighteen schools have also been affected, with 11 completely and seven partially damaged.

Seven health facilities have suffered damage, while 55 kilometres of roads have been completely damaged, according to the preliminary assessment.

The disaster has also severely affected bridges. Of the 37 motorable bridges assessed, 33 have been completely damaged. In addition, 68 suspension bridges have been affected.

More than 32,000 people directly affected

Based on the number of damaged households, authorities estimate that 32,963 people have been directly affected by the disaster.

Meanwhile, 4,627 people are currently staying in 37 holding centres across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.

The government has provided cash assistance of NPR 10 million each to Rasuwa and Nuwakot, NPR 5 million to Dhading, and NPR 135 million to 15 affected local governments.

Relief operations are also continuing. According to the authority, 77 trucks and 38 Boleros loaded with food and relief materials have been dispatched to affected areas. Food and relief supplies have also been delivered through nine helicopter flights, while the Armed Police Force has conducted 173 flights to transport relief materials within affected districts.

Two people rescued alive from Trishuli 3A tunnel

In a significant development on September 4, two people were rescued alive from the tunnel of the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project.

The successful rescue has provided a rare moment of hope amid the continuing search for people missing after the disaster.

Government agencies and security forces continue to prioritize the search for missing people, recovery and identification of bodies, medical assistance and delivery of essential relief supplies.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has said that further details concerning missing foreign nationals, Nepali citizens accompanying foreign tourists, people receiving medical treatment and rescued individuals will be made available through its official channels.

Source: Latest search, rescue and relief update issued by Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, as of September 4, 2026, 6:30 PM.