Ram Chandra Paudel

Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended condolences to Nepal over a mudslide disaster that hit Nepal recently.

In a message to Nepali President Ram Chandra Poudel on Friday, President Xi said China is willing to assist Nepal with rescue efforts and provide support and help within its capacity.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang also sent a message of condolences to his Nepali counterpart, Bhalendra Shah.

Authorities say residents affected by a mudslide in Jirong County in Xizang in southwest China have been resettled.