Nepal urges countries to limit travel advisories to flood-hit areas
Foreign reporters must secure a 15-day press card and follow movement restrictions as Nepal tightens coverage rules after floods killed more than 1,300 people.
- Nepal issued a comprehensive media safety and operational protocol for journalists covering areas affected by devastating flash floods that struck on August 26.
- Triggered by an ice-rock avalanche near the Nepal-Tibet border, flash floods devastated northern and central Nepal, killing more than 1,300 and leaving around 5,000 missing.
- The protocol mandates that journalists carry valid Press Accreditation, follow safety instructions from security personnel, and comply with movement restrictions to avoid obstructing rescue operations.
- Foreign journalists seeking to gather news along The Bhotekoshi River and Trishuli must apply for a Journalist Identity Card valid for 15 days.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority posted guidelines requiring strict compliance with designated routes and evacuation orders for immediate implementation.
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Nepal issues new media rules for flood coverage
Nepal has introduced a media safety and operational protocol for journalists covering flood-affected regions, particularly for foreign media. The new guidelines, issued after devastating floods on August 26, mandate accreditation, adherence to safety instructions, and restrictions on movement in rescue zones to ensure orderly reporting and prevent interference with relief efforts.
Nepal Makes Press Accreditation Mandatory for Foreign Journalists Covering Flood-hit Areas
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The Department said foreign journalists wishing to report from the affected areas must apply through its online service and submit the required documents, including a copy of their passport with a valid visa or entry permit. World News | Nepal Makes Press Accreditation Mandatory for Foreign Journalists Covering Flood-hit Areas.
Nepal makes press accreditation mandatory for foreign journalists covering flood-hit areas - The Tribune
The Department said foreign journalists wishing to report from the affected areas must apply through its online service and submit the required documents, including a copy of their passport with a valid visa or entry permit.
Nepal issues media safety protocol covering flood-hit areas
Kathmandu: Nepal has issued a media safety and operational protocol for journalists visiting areas affected by the August 26 floods, while foreign journalists seeking to report from flood-affected areas will have to obtain press accreditation. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority on Sunday posted the media safety and operational protocol issued by Nepal’s … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Enter…
Nepal issues media safety protocol, accreditation rules for journalists covering flood-hit areas
The protocol, issued for immediate implementation, requires journalists to carry valid press identification, follow safety instructions issued by security and rescue personnel, comply with designated routes and movement restrictions, and follow evacuation orders where applicable.
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