2021 Bhotekoshi Flash Floods Disrupted Kathmandu's Livelihoods and Trade
What happened
In June 2021, Bhotekoshi flash floods impacted the Kathmandu area. The floods caused property damage, infrastructure loss, and affected employment and livelihoods in the region. A preliminary estimate noted that approximately 21,400 people living near the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli corridor experienced disruptions.
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Why it matters
The destruction of homes, roads, bridges, and energy infrastructure hindered economic activity and limited access to jobs and markets. The event severely impacted vulnerable labor markets, including daily-wage workers, informal businesses, and tourism workers who lost their income source.
Flooding occurred in Rasuwa District, Nepal, due to a surge in the Bhotekoshi River.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- finance ministrySpeculative
The finance ministry could implement fiscal policy changes, such as loan restructuring and concessions, to aid recovery.
- Department of TourismSpeculative
The Department of Tourism might see reduced revenue as tourism workers lost their source of income due to destination disruption.
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Flooding occurred in Rasuwa District, Nepal, due to a surge in the Bhotekoshi River.Also in this story
- A business owner, Raj Kumar Diyali, whose jewellery business was located in Syaphrubesi, was affected by the devastating flood of the Bhotekoshi River on August 26, 2026.
- An incident involving Korean companies occurred in Rasuwa District, Nepal, which is currently experiencing severe flooding due to river surges.
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