Bhotekoshi Flood Update: 1,457 Bodies Recovered

Kathmandu: A total of 1,457 bodies have been recovered as of 6:00 PM on Friday following the devastating flood in Rasuwa's Bhotekoshi River.

Out of these, 1,455 bodies were found 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 died while undergoing treatment in Kathmandu.

Necessary procedures—including DNA sample collection—are being carried out to identify the retrieved bodies, and 1,334 bodies have been managed (buried safely) so far. To assist in identification, a total of 3,419 DNA samples have been collected (1,337 from bodies and 2,082 from relatives).

Among these, DNA profiling has been completed for 3,292 samples (1,233 from bodies and 2,059 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 to flood-affected areas for search and rescue operations, relief distribution, and body management. Search efforts are currently ongoing for 4,720 missing individuals. Meanwhile, 1,343 people are currently being housed in holding centers across various districts.