Nepal activists slam Balen Shah's administration for ignoring local authorities during flood relief
Civil society members in Nepal are voicing concerns over the Balen Shah-led government's centralized approach to managing the nation's recent fatal flash floods. Critics argue that by prioritizing the military in relief operations, the distribution and collection of essential supplies for victims have been hindered. They further stated that they are deeply concerned by the federal government's failure to collaborate with elected local officials during the crisis.