670 Nepali Citizens Rescued from Kerung, China and Returned Home
Summary
670 Nepali citizens stranded at Kerung after floods in the Bhote Koshi River have been safely brought back to Nepal through the Tatopani border crossing and sent toward Kathmandu. The rescue was coordinated by the Armed Police Force with assistance from the Chinese government and local organizations.
Key Points
- A total of 670 Nepali citizens stranded at Kerung were rescued and returned home through the Tatopani border crossing.
- The Nepalis had been trapped after floods in the Bhote Koshi River blocked the land route on August 27.
- The Armed Police Force coordinated the rescue, while the Chinese government and local organizations assisted in the transfer to Kathmandu.
- Officials say the phased return of stranded Nepalis from the Chinese side is still ongoing.
