Nearly 12,000 rescued, 4,216 still missing after Bhotekoshi floods
Summary
Nearly 12,000 people have been rescued after the Bhotekoshi floods, but 4,216 remain missing as search and rescue operations continue across affected districts. The death toll has risen to 1,204, with thousands of security personnel and emergency workers deployed.
Key Points
- 11,993 people have been rescued after the Bhotekoshi floods, while 4,216 remain unaccounted for.
- The death toll has climbed to 1,204, with Chitwan recording the highest number of bodies recovered.
- A total of 21,314 personnel from the Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force have been deployed for search and rescue.
- The Nepal Army has carried out 690 aerial flights, including 80 on Wednesday, while private operators have also assisted.
