Nepalese Prime Minister Sushil Koirala today visited Barpak in Gorkha district, the epicentre of the deadly quake, 11 days after the temblor jolted the Himalayan nation, to take stock of the situation.


During the visit, he pointed out the need for formation of a separate ministry to deal with the aftermath of any natural disasters in the future. Visiting Barpak and other quake-affected areas in the district, Koirala said that the government was fully committed to carry out relief works, and the rehabilitation of the damaged houses and communities would begin soon after the relief distribution ends.


"Tents and food are in much demand here and the government is coordinating with neighbouring countries to deal with the post-quake situation," Koirala said. The premier said he was discussing the issue of rebuilding the houses damaged by the April 25 temblor.