95 bodies recovered as hundreds remain missing after Bhotekoshi flood
Summary
At least 95 bodies have been recovered after a major flood swept through parts of Rasuwa and Nuwakot, while hundreds of people, including security personnel, tourists and hydropower workers, remain missing. The flood has damaged 19 motorable bridges and 40 km of paved roads as search and rescue operations continue.
Key Points
- At least 95 bodies have been recovered from flood-affected areas, though identities have not yet been established.
- Hundreds remain unaccounted for, including Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel, tourists and hydropower workers.
- The government said 391 foreign tourists and 93 Nepali tourists were out of contact, along with employees from hydropower projects and customs and immigration offices.
- The Bhotekoshi River flood damaged 19 motorable bridges and about 40 km of paved roads.
