Nepal cuts 12 year wait, to declare those missing in flood 'dead' after 45 days
Nepal's government reduced the waiting period to declare missing persons dead from 12 years to 45 days following the August 26 floods. This change affects 5,285 individuals, including 189 Indians, allowing families to obtain death certificates and pursue claims. The ordinance was issued by President Ram Chandra Poudel just before the 45-day deadline on October 11, 2026.