Bhotekoshi Flood Update: 1,457 Bodies Recovered

Kathmandu: Due to the devastating flood in Rasuwa’s Bhotekoshi, 1,457 bodies have been recovered as of 6:00 PM on Thursday.

Among them, 1,455 bodies were recovered across various districts: 236 in Rasuwa, 205 in Nuwakot, 73 in Dhading, 369 in Chitwan, 80 in Gorkha, 38 in Tanahun, 232 in Nawalparasi East, and 222 in Nawalparasi West. Additionally, 2 people passed away in Kathmandu during treatment.

To identify the recovered bodies, necessary procedures—including DNA sample collection—have been completed, and 1,334 bodies have been safely buried/managed so far. For identification, a total of 3,419 DNA samples have been collected (1,337 from the deceased and 2,082 from relatives). Furthermore, details of 1,438 unidentified bodies have been uploaded to the Nepal Police website.

A total of 7,975 police personnel have been deployed so far in the flood-affected areas for rescue, search operations, relief distribution, and body management. Search operations are ongoing for 4,720 people who are currently missing. Similarly, 1,179 people are being sheltered in holding centers across various districts.