Seven Indian Pilgrims Killed, Eight Injured in EV Accident Near Manakamana Temple in Gorkha
Summary
Seven Indian pilgrims died and eight were injured when an electric vehicle crashed near Manakamana Temple in Gorkha, likely due to brake failure during rain on a steep road.
Key Points
- Seven Indian nationals died on the spot in an electric vehicle accident near Manakamana Temple in Gorkha.
- Eight others were injured, with seven under treatment at Ambu Khaireni hospital and one referred to Bharatpur.
- The accident likely resulted from EV overheating and brake failure on a steep, rainy, under-construction road.
- The vehicle fell 150 to 200 meters below the road and might have skidded due to unfamiliarity with the route.
