UK, WFP allocate Rs 130 million to combat disaster-triggered food insecurity in Nepal

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Nepal says it received an additional contribution of £788,000 (Rs 130 million) from the government of the United Kingdom towards its nutrition support for vulnerable families in Nepal.  The post UK, WFP allocate Rs 130 million to combat disaster-triggered food insecurity in Nepal appeared first on OnlineKhabar English News.

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