Deadly Landslide in Nepal: Rescue Efforts Ongoing

Seven bodies were recovered from a river after two buses were swept away by a landslide in Nepal. The search continues for missing passengers. Victims include both Indian and Nepali nationals. The incident occurred on a key highway linking Nepal's capital to southern regions.

Rescuers have recovered seven bodies from a river after two buses full of people were swept away by a landslide, officials confirmed on Monday.

The bodies were discovered in different locations along the riverbanks as the search continues for the missing buses and passengers.

According to government administrator Khima Nanda Bhusal, the bodies have been identified and relatives notified. Among the deceased, three were Indian nationals and four were Nepali.

The tragic incident occurred Friday morning near Simaltal, approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) west of Kathmandu, on a major highway connecting Nepal's capital to southern regions of the country.

(With inputs from agencies.)