Nepal earthquake – an overview
Nepal was hit by earthquake of magnitude 7.8 on Richter scale around 11:56 a.m. local time on April 25, 2015 causing injuries, disabilities, deaths and structural damage beyond proportion. Besides, a huge aftershock happened on 12 May, 2015 (magnitude - 7.2) created extra burden to the country in terms of rescue and relief.
International Medical relief efforts by AMDA
Association of Medical Doctors of Asia (AMDA) International has been pioneering in disaster relief work worldwide since 1984.