114 Nepalis stranded in China return through Tatopani border
Summary
114 Nepali citizens stranded in China after the August 26 flood in the Bhotekoshi river returned through the Tatopani border crossing on Thursday. Authorities said more returnees are expected, while trade and customs operations at the crossing remain suspended.
Key Points
- 114 of the 147 Nepali citizens stranded in China after the Rasuwa flood returned through the Tatopani border on Thursday.
- Chinese authorities handed the returnees over in the Liping area with their passport details, and Nepali officials coordinated their entry.
- Three buses were arranged to take the returnees to Kathmandu and then to their home districts.
- Trade and customs operations at the Tatopani crossing remain suspended, though tourist movement is still open.
