Two killed, three missing as landslides bury houses in Palpa

Summary

Landslides triggered by four days of continuous rainfall have buried houses in Palpa district, killing two people and leaving three others missing. Rescue teams are searching affected areas as livestock and homes remain at risk.

Key Points
  • Four days of continuous rainfall triggered landslides in several places in Palpa district.
  • Two people, Sher Bahadur Chidi and Krishna Kumari Saru, have died in the landslides.
  • Three members of the Gharti family are missing after a house was buried in Bhaisikatta, Kaseni.
  • Rescue efforts are under way, including a team from the Armed Police Force.
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