Almost £5,000 raised to support Nepal-Tibet flood victims as Peterborough restaurants announce new fundraising events
Almost £5,000 has been raised to support the relief effort and families affected by the devastating Nepal-Tibet floods.
On Wednesday (August 25), a humanitarian crisis began when large-scale landslides and flash floods hit the area on the border of Nepal and Tibet in South Asia.
The death toll has now passed 1,000 and over 4,500 are still missing following the natural disaster authorities in Nepal believe to have been caused by a large block of ice falling from a mountain on the Tibetan side and bringing down rocks and a large amount of water with it.
Kathmandu Lounge on Church Street, in the city centre, quickly launched an appeal to support and victims and has issued a heartfelt thank you to all of the supporters after over £4,700 was raised in less than a week.
To support these efforts, owner Kris Bashyal will be hosting a special fundraising in which 100% of the set-meal ticket price will be donated to the Prime Minister Relief Fund. This will take place on Thursday September 10 at 6pm to 10pm.
To support the original appeal, visit www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/kathmandu-lounge-2.
Kris said: “Thank you to everyone for your incredible generosity, we’ve raised over £4,700 to help victims of the devastating floods in Nepal.
“To continue supporting this important cause, Kathmandu Lounge is hosting a special fundraising event, with 100% of the £30 set-meal ticket price donated to the Prime Minister Relief Fund.
“Please join us, share the event, and help us make an even bigger difference.
“Thank you for standing with Nepal.”
Lotus Modern Indian Cuisine, located in Westgate, will also be hosting an event to support the relief efforts.
On Sunday (September 6), the restaurant will be open as normal but will be donating 50% of every bill to support the relief and recovery efforts.
Lotus have said: “In the wake of the devastating floods, many families across Nepal are facing unimaginable loss, fear and uncertainty.
“At Lotus, food has always been about more than a meal — it is about family, community, care and togetherness. Today, we carry that same spirit with Cook for Nepal — standing with every family affected by this tragedy.
“To those who have lost loved ones — we grieve with you.
“To those rebuilding their lives — we stand beside you.
“To the rescuers, volunteers and communities helping others — your courage gives us hope.
“On Sunday, 6th September 2026, Lotus will donate 50% of the day’s sales to Nepal to support relief and recovery efforts.
“One meal can bring people together. One act of kindness can bring hope.”
Those wishing to support the relief efforts can contribute to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund at https://pmdrf.nchl.com.np/.