Nepal is grappling with a devastating earthquake that has left a trail of destruction, claiming the lives of at least 132 people and leaving 140 individuals injured, as reported by Nepal Police. The nation is reeling from the aftermath of this catastrophic event.
This powerful earthquake, registering a magnitude of 6.4, struck on a fateful Friday, leaving communities in distress. Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, commonly known as ‘Prachanda,’ has swiftly responded to the crisis, rushing to the severely affected Jajarkot district to extend his support to those who have been affected.
#WATCH | Nepal earthquake | Visuals from Jajarkot where the injured were brought to the hospital last night.
Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ left for the earthquake-affected areas along with doctors and aid materials this morning. pic.twitter.com/KJes2IybPP
— ANI (@ANI) November 4, 2023
As the clock struck 3 am local time on Saturday, it was apparent that Jajarkot and West Rukum had borne the brunt of the disaster, with 92 casualties reported in Jajarkot alone, according to Deputy Superintendent of Police of Jajarkot district, Santosh Roka, as detailed by The Kathmandu Post. Among the victims, the Deputy Mayor of Nalgad Municipality, Sarita Singh, has also lost her life in this tragic incident.
In response to the situation, authorities have been swiftly mobilizing resources to aid the affected areas. Ambulances have been deployed around the clock near the helipad of Nepalgunj Airport and military barracks to ensure that those injured in the earthquake receive the medical attention they need promptly.
Nepal’s Prime Minister, Prachanda, expressed profound grief over the loss of human lives and the extensive material damage caused by the earthquake. The Prime Minister’s Office released an official statement, stating, “Honorable Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has expressed his deep sorrow over the human and material damage caused by the earthquake at Ramidanda in Jajarkot at 11:47 on Friday night and has mobilized all three security agencies for the immediate rescue and relief of the injured.”
जाजरकोटको रामीडाँडा केन्द्रविन्दु भएर शुक्रबार राति ११ः४७ मा गएको भूकम्पबाट भएको मानवीय तथा भौतिक क्षतिप्रति सम्माननीय प्रधानमन्त्री पुष्पकमल दाहाल “प्रचण्ड”ले गहिरो दुख व्यक्त गर्दै घाइतेहरुको तत्काल उद्धार र राहतका लागि ३ वटै सुरक्षा निकायलाई परिचालित गर्नुभएको छ।
— PMO Nepal (@PM_nepal_) November 3, 2023
The intensity of the earthquake was such that it reverberated far beyond Nepal’s borders, sending tremors felt by residents of Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, and Faridabad in India. In response to the quake, people living in neighbouring districts, such as Maharajgang, Gorakhpur, and Champaran, were also prompted to leave their homes in search of safety.
The aftermath of this natural disaster serves as a sobering reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by communities in earthquake-prone regions. It underscores the importance of preparedness, prompt response, and international cooperation in times of crisis, as Nepal begins the challenging process of recovery and rehabilitation in the wake of this tragic event.
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