9 Bangladeshi trekkers rescued in Nepal

Nine Bangladeshi trekkers stranded in Nepal have been rescued and brought safely to Kathmandu, the Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu said on Tuesday.

The trekkers were stranded near Jagat in Chumnubri, Gorkha district, while travelling towards the Manaslu Base Camp after a sudden flood in the Budhi Gandaki River.

In a statement, the embassy expressed its sincere gratitude to the Nepal government for the timely rescue and safe evacuation of the Bangladeshis.

The trekkers were brought safely to Kathmandu on Tuesday afternoon, the embassy said.

It also appreciated the prompt response, humanitarian assistance and coordinated efforts of the Nepal government and all those involved in ensuring the trekkers’ safety and well-being.