Six Indian tourists stranded in Nepal, rescue efforts underway
The Indian tourists had ventured into the area despite warnings from security personnel and the Nepali guide accompanying them, says an official
Six Indian tourists, including two women, are currently stranded in Nepal's Shey-Phoksundo National Park due to recent heavy snowfall, and rescue efforts are underway. The group ventured into the area despite warnings from security personnel and their Nepali guide, who accompanied them. Shey Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal, is situated in the rural municipality where the tourists are now located.
The lake sits at an altitude of 3,600 meters and has an estimated depth of 145 meters. The tourists' guide contacted the Dolpa District Administration Office on Saturday evening, expressing concern that the tourists might have been stranded by the heavy snowfall. However, communication was completely disrupted on Sunday morning.
Ms. Dolpa Chief District Officer Junu Dhakal stated that the tourists have been identified, and an Army helicopter is expected to arrive soon to rescue them. Despite the severe weather conditions, the tourists are not considered missing, as their exact location has been determined.
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