Avalanche in Darchula Leaves Half a Dozen Missing, Rescue Operations Underway

Dhangadhi: An avalanche in Darchula on Tuesday has left at least half a dozen people missing, suspected to be trapped under the snow. The incident occurred at Byas rural municipality-1 Bolin at approximately 3:30 pm local time. According to Assistant Spokesperson of the Armed Police Force, DSP Shailendra Thapa, a group of 8 or 9 individuals were in Tripal searching for Yarsagumba when the avalanche struck.

Efforts are currently underway to locate and rescue those who may be buried in the snow. A team of 30 individuals, led by DSP No. 50 Gulm Changru Darchula of the Armed Police Force, has been dispatched to the site. Additionally, District Police Office Darchula has deployed a team under the command of Asai from a nearby post to assist in the rescue efforts.

The situation is ongoing, and further updates are expected as the rescue operation continues. Our thoughts are with those affected by this unfortunate incident.