Nepal News : Six Pilgrims Killed as Microbus Carrying Manakamana Devotees Plunges Off Road in Gorkha

Gorkha, March 14 : A tragic road accident in Nepal’s Gorkha district claimed the lives of six pilgrims who were returning after offering prayers at the revered Manakamana Temple.

The accident occurred on Saturday when a microbus bearing registration number Bagmati Province 006 Kha 8430 veered off the road and plunged down a slope near Kantar in Ward No. 3 of Shahid Lakhan Rural Municipality.

According to the Gorkha District Police Office, a total of 14 pilgrims were traveling in the vehicle at the time of the crash. Six people died in the accident, while the identities of the deceased have not yet been officially confirmed.

Rescue teams that rushed to the scene managed to pull out the remaining eight injured passengers from the wreckage. They were immediately transported to Abukhaireni Hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.

Authorities said an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.

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Nepal News : Six Pilgrims Killed as Microbus Carrying Manakamana Devotees Plunges Off Road in Gorkha

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