Eleven Hydropower Projects Affected by Bhote Koshi Flood, Rescue Operations Underway
Summary
Eleven hydropower projects in Rasuwa and Nuwakot have been affected by a flood in Bhote Koshi, leaving people trapped in tunnels and prompting ongoing rescue operations led by the Nepali Army. Three people have been rescued alive so far, while search efforts continue across six project sites.
Key Points
- Eleven hydropower projects in Rasuwa and Nuwakot were affected by a flood in Bhote Koshi, trapping people inside tunnels.
- The Nepali Army, Armed Police Force, foreign tunnel experts, and project technicians are carrying out rescue operations in six projects.
- Three people, including Sanyay Sah, Kabir Maharjan, and Chinese citizen Luaito, have been rescued alive so far.
- The army says tunnel breakthrough remains the bottom line for the search, while Chilime remains the most difficult site due to rocks, mud, and water.
