Kathmandu: The search for two buses and their passengers that plunged into the Trishuli River entered its fourth day today, as authorities continue efforts to locate those missing.
Last Friday, the tragic incident occurred when two buses, carrying passengers, fell into the Trishuli River following a landslide at Simaltal along the Narayanghat-Mugling road section. The search and rescue operation resumed at 7 AM this morning.
The District Administration Office in Chitwan confirmed that every available resource is being deployed in the search operation. Assistant Chief District Officer Khimanand Bhusal reported that divers have been actively involved in the search since morning, hopeful for a positive outcome.
As of now, 11 bodies have been recovered from the river, while efforts continue to find the remaining passengers.
The buses were carrying a total of 65 passengers: one bus was traveling from Kathmandu to Rautahat, and the other from Birgunj to Kathmandu.