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6 Indians missing during trek to lake of Nepal

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A group of two women and four men lost contact while traveling from Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality toward Shey-Phoksundo Lake. They are believed to be trapped in the Numla Pass and Bagla Pass areas after returning from Dho during severe snowfall. While a Nepal Army team has mobilized on the ground, local police have also requested helicopter support to overcome the absence of mobile connectivity and hazardous terrain.

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  • Adverse weather, thick snow, and a complete lack of mobile connectivity are stalling resc…: Adverse weather, thick snow, and a complete lack of mobile connectivity are stalling rescue operations.
  • The Nepal Army has joined local police to assist with search efforts, and officials have…: The Nepal Army has joined local police to assist with search efforts, and officials have requested helicopter backup.
  • District authorities warned 244 tourists currently present in Upper Dolpa to avoid high-r…: District authorities warned 244 tourists currently present in Upper Dolpa to avoid high-risk zones and stay safe.

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Kathmandu: Six Indian tourists have gone missing during a trek to Shey-Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake of Nepal, after heavy snowfall in the area, officials confirmed.

The India tourists, who include two women and four men, are confirmed to have gone missing while travelling from Ward Nos. 4 and 8 of Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality towards Shey-Phoksundo Lake.

They were last reported missing in the Numla Pass and Bagla Pass areas between Ward Nos. 4 and 8 of Shey-Phoksundo Rural Municipality.

Local guides suspect that the tourists may have become stranded following heavy snowfall in the Himalayan region, reportedly influenced by Cyclone Arnab developing in the Bay of Bengal.

According to local officials, the tourists proceeded towards the high-altitude area despite warnings from residents that crossing the mountain passes would be difficult due to snowfall. They are believed to have become trapped in the snow while returning.

Dolpa Chief District Officer Junu Hamal confirmed that "the tourists became stranded while returning from Dho towards Phoksundo Lake." She said, "They had been warned by locals about the difficult weather and mountain…

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