Situation Analysis and Lessons Learned from the Jajarkot Earthquake in Nepal: A Field Visit Report

Introduction and Objective: On November 3, 2023, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Jajarkot in the western part of Nepal, resulting in 154 fatalities, 366 injuries, the complete destruction of 26,557 houses, and partial damage to 35,455 houses. This report analyzes the situation 3 months after the earthquake. The primary objective is to assess recovery efforts, living conditions, and the roles of governmental and non-governmental agencies in the aftermath.