Chitwan collects samples from 68 persons for DNA matching with retrieved bodies
Summary
Chitwan authorities have collected DNA samples from 68 people to help identify bodies recovered after the devastating flood in Bhotekoshi. Of the 362 bodies found in Chitwan district, 333 have been temporarily managed and 14 have been handed over to families after verification.
Key Points
- Chitwan authorities are using DNA matching to identify bodies recovered after the Bhotekoshi flood.
- Samples have been collected from 68 people, while 362 bodies were recovered in Chitwan district alone.
- So far, 333 bodies have been temporarily managed and 14 have been handed over to families after verification.
- The DNA collection process for scientific identification began on September 1.
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