The closure of schools and widespread damage across Nepal due to severe rainfall reveals a troubling lack of preparedness and action by authorities. With communities facing the brunt of heavy floods and landslides, the government’s response has been largely absent, leaving citizens, homes, and infrastructure vulnerable to avoidable harm. While these extreme weather events are becoming more frequent due to climate change, the authorities’ continued inaction raises serious concerns about their commitment to safeguarding the public.
Nepal, a country already grappling with the effects of climate change, should have taken stronger measures to protect its people and properties. The lack of preemptive efforts to strengthen infrastructure, improve drainage systems, or adequately warn residents ahead of the rains has resulted in widespread damage. Schools have been forced to close, families displaced, and livelihoods destroyed, all of which could have been mitigated with proper planning and early intervention.
The situation in Nepal displays the urgent need for climate adaptation strategies. With heavy rains and extreme weather becoming more frequent globally, the time for reactive governance is over. Nepal must prioritise the protection of its citizens by investing in climate-resilient infrastructure, disaster preparedness, and early warning systems. Without these changes, the damage from future storms will only worsen, leaving the country even more vulnerable to the growing threats posed by climate change.
By failing to act, Nepal is not only neglecting its people but also allowing the climate crisis to spiral further out of control. The country must move beyond short-term fixes and embrace long-term strategies to safeguard its future. Protecting communities from the escalating impacts of climate change is no longer optional—it is an urgent responsibility.
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To resolve such challenges in the future and minimize disruption, a multi-faceted approach involving preparedness, adaptation, and resilience-building is necessary.
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The relevant government should come up with early warning systems to evacuate people before a disaster strikes.
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This is really saddening.. the government should do better preparation to avert such calamities
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The government's lack of preparedness & slow responses is deeply concerning. Immediate action is needed to protect vulnerable communities and prevent further avoidable harm as climate risks intensify.
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so many people have lost lives in Nepal, it's so disappointing seeing the government not doing anything about it
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It is important for the government to enhance infrastructure resilience and implement effective disaster management systems to safeguard vulnerable communities.
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@walter_lungayi Absolutely! Strengthening infrastructure & disaster management is key to protecting vulnerable communities and mitigating the impact of future crises.
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Necessary measures be kept in place