While the devastating Trishuli River swept away the India-built Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School, the heroic actions of Principal Rajendra Dawadi saved over 1,600 students. India has pledged to rebuild the institution.
- Principal Rajendra Dawadi's rapid evacuation saved 1,643 children from certain death.
- The Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School, rebuilt by India in 2022, was destroyed by flash floods.
- India has committed to the full reconstruction of the school.
- The disaster was triggered by a massive ice and rock collapse at Langtang Lirung peak.
In a harrowing display of nature's fury and human heroism, the Nuwakot district of Nepal witnessed a miraculous survival story amidst massive destruction. Rajendra Dawadi, the principal of Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School, is being hailed as a hero after his split-second decision saved more than 1,600 students from the raging Trishuli River.
The school, which holds a deep historical connection with India, was originally established with Indian assistance in 1951. Most recently, in 2022, India had provided a grant under the High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDP) to reconstruct the three-storey concrete structure. Despite its robust construction and 60-meter elevation above the river, the building was completely swept away by the sudden torrent.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this event underscores the critical importance of early warning systems in disaster-prone Himalayan regions. Furthermore, India's immediate pledge to rebuild the school reinforces the strategic and humanitarian bond between New Delhi and Kathmandu, moving beyond mere diplomacy into tangible community support.
"His timely action saved the lives of more than 1,600 school children just before the school was swept away in the Rasuwa flash flood." - Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava
The disaster was triggered by a catastrophic collapse of ice and rock from the Langtang Lirung peak, which cascaded into the Lhende Khola river. This triggered a massive flash flood that tore through the Trishuli Valley, destroying infrastructure and claiming lives. Tragically, while the children were saved, two staff members, Santos Pariyar and Sultan Lama, lost their lives in the chaos.
India has responded with significant humanitarian aid, deploying Indian Air Force flights carrying 21 tonnes of relief supplies, along with rescue and forensic teams. Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava met with Principal Dawadi to personally assure him that the school would be rebuilt, honoring the legacy of the institution that has stood for over seven decades.
| Feature | Original School (1951) | Rebuilt School (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistance Provider | India | India (HICDP) |
| Status | Destroyed by Floods | Destroyed by Floods |
| Current Plan | To be Rebuilt | To be Rebuilt |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How did the principal save the children?
Upon receiving a flood warning, he immediately rang the school bell and ordered an evacuation, directing students to seek shelter under a Bodhi tree.
2. What caused the flash floods in Nepal?
A massive ice and rock collapse at the Langtang Lirung peak caused a sudden surge of water into the river systems.
