Authorities begin burying 229 unidentified Bhotekoshi flood victims
Summary
Authorities in Chitwan began burying 229 unidentified bodies recovered after the devastating Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa, citing decomposition risks and public health concerns. DNA samples will be collected before burial, and the remains will be tracked so relatives can later identify them.
Key Points
- Authorities in Chitwan started burying 229 unidentified bodies recovered after Wednesday’s flood in Rasuwa.
- Only four of the 233 bodies recovered so far have been identified.
- Health officials warned that decomposition and foul odour could raise the risk of infections and outbreaks.
- DNA samples and identification numbers will be used so relatives can later match and exhume the remains.
