Rescue underway as six Indian tourists remain stranded in Dolpa
Summary
A Nepal Army helicopter is rescuing six Indian tourists stranded by heavy snowfall in Upper Dolpa after their route was blocked near Shey Phoksundo Lake. Authorities had already restricted travel to the area because of worsening weather, and communication challenges have slowed coordination.
Key Points
- Six Indian tourists were stranded in Danigarh of Shey Phoksundo Rural Municipality-8 after heavy snowfall blocked their route in Upper Dolpa.
- A Nepal Army helicopter has been mobilised for the rescue operation, authorised by the District Security Committee.
- Communication has been difficult because the area lacks mobile network coverage, though the tourists have remained in contact with army personnel.
- Officials had already suspended travel toward Upper Dolpa from October 29 due to deteriorating weather conditions.
