Nepal rescues nine Bangladeshi trekkers stranded by flash floods

Dhaka: Nine Bangladeshi trekkers stranded by flash floods in Nepal have been safely rescued and evacuated to Kathmandu, according to the Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu.

The trekkers were stranded by flash floods in the Budhi Gandaki River while travelling from Jagat in Chumnubri, Gorkha district, towards Manaslu Base Camp.

In a statement on October 13, the Bangladesh Embassy expressed gratitude to the Government of Nepal for its timely rescue operation and the safe evacuation of the trekkers.

The embassy confirmed that the trekkers were safely evacuated to Kathmandu this afternoon, praising the prompt response, humanitarian assistance and coordinated efforts of the Nepalese authorities and others involved in the operation.

The embassy also expressed its appreciation for being part of the rescue effort.

“This act of solidarity and support reflects the longstanding friendship and close ties between Bangladesh and Nepal,” the statement said.