In the wake of last week’s devastating landslide in Chitwan district, search teams, including hundreds of security personnel, have transitioned their mission from rescue to recovery, acknowledging the diminishing chances of finding survivors among the 55 missing passengers.
As the grim search continues, family members gathered at the scene have expressed their anguish and desperation, urging officials to recover the bodies of their loved ones. The sombre mood at the site reflects the profound sense of loss and hopelessness.
Government Imposes Nighttime Travel Ban Amidst Ongoing Monsoon Threats
In an effort to prevent further tragedies, the Nepalese government has announced a ban on nighttime bus travel in regions forecasted to experience adverse weather conditions, responding to the increasing risks posed by the monsoon season.
The catastrophic landslide is part of a broader pattern of deadly natural disasters in Nepal, where heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread floods and landslides, claiming more than 100 lives since mid-June.
