Young trekker found dead near Badimalika

Summary

A 20-year-old trekker missing near the Badimalika religious site in Bajura has been found dead after days of bad weather and snowfall. Another trekker stranded at Triveni Patan was rescued by helicopter.

Key Points
  • Manish Bohara, a 20-year-old from Kanchanpur, was found dead near Triveni Patan in Badimalika after going missing during a pilgrimage visit.
  • Chief District Officer Muktiram Rijal said bad weather, snowfall and freezing temperatures may have caused his death.
  • Another trekker, Sagar Karki, was rescued by helicopter after being stranded at Triveni Patan following heavy snowfall.
  • A five-member group had set out for Badimalika from Martadi on October 26, and three trekkers from eastern Nepal had already returned.
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