DNA Testing Underway for Bhote Koshi Flood Victims
Summary
DNA testing is underway in Nepal to identify victims of the Bhote Koshi flood, with police and forensic experts working around the clock using domestic and foreign laboratories. Authorities are also using CODIS software, fingerprint matching, and photo comparison to speed up body identification and hand over remains to relatives.
Key Points
- DNA testing is being carried out at Nepal Police and NAST forensic laboratories to identify bodies from the Bhote Koshi flood.
- Experts from India, China, South Korea, and Singapore have arrived to assist with the identification process.
- Police are also using CODIS software, fingerprint matching, and photo comparison alongside DNA profiling.
- A new forensic laboratory is being prepared in Hetauda to speed up testing and body identification.
