Nepali Congress expresses grief over Bhimphedi road accident
Summary
The Nepali Congress has expressed grief over the Bhimphedi road accident that killed 14 people and seriously injured six others. The party has urged the government to provide relief to the victims’ families, ensure free treatment for the injured, and form a high-level task force on road safety.
Key Points
- Fourteen people were killed and six others seriously injured when an electric microbus fell about 500 metres in Bhimphedi-6, Makawanpur.
- The Nepali Congress issued a statement expressing condolences to the bereaved families and wishing speedy recovery for the injured.
- The party urged the Government of Nepal to arrange relief for victims’ families and provide free, effective treatment for the injured.
- It also called for a high-level task force to study the causes of road accidents and improve road safety measures.