KATHMANDU, Oct 1 — Heavy rainfall at the end of September has caused major damage across Nepal, leading to landslides and severe flooding.

Several districts are badly affected, with roadblocks, disruptions to daily life, and serious safety concerns.

As of today, reports confirm 217 deaths, 143 people injured, and 28 still missing. Rescue teams have saved over 4,500 people, but the death toll may rise as they reach more isolated areas.

Over 7,600 families, including 2,100 homes near rivers in Kathmandu and Lalitpur, have been heavily affected and many of these families live in poor conditions.

Based on the assessment, the most urgent needs for families in the Rautahat, Sarlahi, and Mahottari districts are food and non-food items (NFIs).

More than 5,000 families are stranded in these areas without access to shelter, clean water, or food.

Islamic Relief is working with local partners to provide emergency help, with plans to distribute food and NFI kits to affected families.