Koshi province forms probe committee into Saptakoshi jetboat accident, sets seven-day deadline

Summary

The Koshi provincial government has formed an investigation committee to probe the Saptakoshi jetboat accident and asked it to submit a report within seven days. Three people were killed and three others went missing in the accident near Triveni Ghat, while search and rescue operations continue.

Key Points
  • Koshi province has formed an investigation committee to probe the jetboat accident at Triveni Ghat on the Saptakoshi River.
  • The committee, led by provincial secretary Ashman Tamang, must submit its report within seven days.
  • Three people died and three others went missing in the October 25 accident.
  • The provincial government has asked authorities to continue search and rescue operations for the missing people.
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