Over 10 dead as bus plunges into Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap

Summary

At least 12 people died when a passenger bus plunged into the Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap, with rescue operations ongoing amid challenging conditions.

Key Points
  • At least 12 people were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap district.
  • The bus veered off the road at Masanetar in Manthali Municipality and fell approximately 50 metres into the river.
  • Eight people were injured including the bus driver; several are being treated at Dhulikhel Hospital.
  • Rescue operations involved teams from Ramechhap District Police, Armed Police Force Battalion, and Disaster Management Division with a diving team conducting searches.
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