Bus remains missing four days after plunging into Karnali river

Summary

Four days after a bus plunged into the Karnali river in Dailekh, rescue teams from the Nepali Army, police, and Armed Police Force continue search operations hampered by strong currents and muddy waters, with no vehicle found yet.

Key Points
  • A bus plunged into the Karnali river in Dailekh district four days ago and remains missing.
  • Rescue teams from Nepali Army, Nepal Police, and Armed Police Force are conducting search operations using helicopters, drones, and divers.
  • Strong river currents and muddy water have hampered rescue efforts and underwater searches.
  • Only one body has been recovered near the accident site; the number of passengers aboard and condition of the bus remain unknown.
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