Nepal Bus Plunges into Trishuli River: 18 Dead, 25 Injured in Tragic Accident

• A passenger bus traveling from Pokhara to Kathmandu plunged into the Trishuli River in Dhading district early Monday morning.
• The accident, which occurred on Prithvi Highway, resulted in 18 confirmed deaths and 25 injuries; some are in critical condition.
• Rescue operations were challenging due to darkness and hilly terrain, involving the Nepali Army, Armed Police Force, Nepal Police, and locals.
• This incident follows another major bus accident on February 6 in Baitadi district, which killed 13 and injured 34.
• Continuous accidents raise serious concerns about road safety in Nepal, highlighting issues like poor road conditions, high speed, and night travel.