On October 11, a significant avalanche and glacier-related landslide in Chumanubri rural municipality caused a viscous mudflow down the Budhi Gandaki river. This event led to extensive damage downstream, with search, rescue, and relief operations underway in the affected Gorkha and Dhading districts. An estimated 2.2 million tonnes of debris were left behind, burying entire villages.

The exceptionally high mud content of the flood has exacerbated the damage, behaving as a viscous mudflow. The destruction of homes poses a significant challenge for affected families, impacting their safety, savings, and future.

The flash floods have resulted in 13,969 internally displaced persons. The disaster has buried entire towns and villages, indicating widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure.

The specific needs of the affected population in terms of food, health, shelter, and WASH are not yet detailed in recent reporting.