Kathmandu, Oct. 6 -- The festive spirit seen on the day of Vijaya Dashami on Thursday was quickly washed away by heavy rains and warnings of floods and landslides. Heavy rains swept across the country starting Saturday, drenching homes and hearts alike with fear of floods and landslides.

Although the downpour has eased a little, forecasts indicate that the rain will persist until Monday. Over the past two days, social media has mirrored the nation's anxiety, timelines overflowing with updates, alerts, and optimism about the government's preparedness this time.

However, since Saturday evening, a video of Hami Nepal founder Sudan Gurung speaking at a meeting of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has gon...