A landslide claimed the lives of three young girls in Gokulganga Rural Municipality-6 on Thursday evening. The victims have been identified as 18-year-old Sita Tamang, 15-year-old Ashika Tamang, and 13-year-old Laxmi Tamang.
According to District Police Office Ramechhap, the landslide struck Biman Tamang’s house at around 8:40 PM, burying the three girls. Local residents and police recovered the bodies later that night. However, post-mortem examinations have been delayed due to landslides blocking the road to Manthali.
In addition to the fatalities, the landslide also put four houses at risk, forcing residents to evacuate.
Nationwide Disaster Toll
The monsoon season has wreaked havoc across Nepal, with landslides and floods causing widespread damage. Since June 10, these disasters have resulted in the deaths of 134 people and injuries to 148 others.
Kathmandu Valley, Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, and Far-Western provinces have all been affected.
Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing in affected areas.
