Nepal is facing a worsening flood and landslide crisis after several days of torrential rain pushed the Narayani River to its highest level ever recorded. At the Devghat hydrological station in Chitwan, the river reached 11.94 metres on Sunday, well above the nine-metre danger level.
The river level later fell slightly, but authorities warned that it could rise again as heavy rainfall continues in the hills. Floodwaters have already entered settlements along the river, forcing residents in vulnerable areas to move to safer locations.
Across Nepal, the severe weather has killed at least 21 people and left five others missing. Landslides account for most of the deaths, while floods and heavy rain have also caused fatalities.
Around 3,000 people have been evacuated from high-risk areas, while hundreds of homes have been damaged or destroyed.
Landslides have blocked major highways and damaged bridges, disrupting transport in several parts of the country. In some mountain districts, helicopters have been used to evacuate people trapped by the extreme weather.
Authorities are keeping residents along major rivers on high alert as rescue and relief operations continue.
With rain still affecting parts of Nepal, officials warn that further flooding and landslides remain possible, adding to the pressure on communities already struggling with widespread damage.
