Bus from India crashes into river in Nepal, leaving 14 dead as rescue operations continue

A passenger bus en route to Kathmandu from Pokhara, Nepal, tragically plunged into the Marsyangdi River in Tanahun district today, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 Indians. The bus, which was Indian-registered and carrying approximately 40 passengers, met with the accident approximately 110 kilometers away from its destination.

Reports from an official indicate that the bus, labeled with the number plate UP (Uttar Pradesh) FT 7623, is now lying on the river bank. The incident prompted immediate relief and rescue efforts.

In a separate but recent incident, a devastating landslide in Nepal’s Chitwan district caused two buses to be swept into the Trishuli River, resulting in the deaths of at least five Indians. This landslide occurred on July 12 in the Simaltal area along the Narayanghat-Mugling road in Chitwan district, caused by heavy rainfall.

The two buses were carrying a total of 65 passengers, including seven Indians. While three people managed to swim to safety, the bodies of five Indian nationals have been recovered, with two still missing.