Achham: A 63-year-old woman, Pawana Khadka, from Chowrapati Rural Municipality-5, Achham, was rescued by a Nepali Army helicopter after falling ill due to lack of oxygen while en route to the Badimalika fair in Sudurpaschim Province.
Khadka was set to attend the annual fair on Sunday but experienced health complications on Friday night in Patan. Given the severity of her condition, authorities decided to evacuate her to Surkhet for advanced medical care.
Badimalika is a significant religious and tourist site in the region, drawing large crowds for the annual fair. This incident highlights the potential challenges faced by pilgrims and visitors to remote areas.
