# Nepal floods: A major test for PM Balen’s government

https://mins.news/en/item/38585

- DW, 2026-08-31 11:34 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/nepal-floods-a-major-test-for-pm-balen-s-government/a-78574227?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Prime Minister Balendra “Balen” Shah’s inexperienced government is facing its first major national crisis after deadly flash floods devastated communities near the Chinese border. Authorities say more than 900 people have died and nearly 4,800 remain missing, while rescue efforts have exposed gaps in crisis management and coordination with provincial and local governments.

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