Flood wreaks havoc on Nepal-China border; 18 missing

Rivers have taken a terrible form, due to which flood conditions have arisen in some places. Its effect is also being seen on the border of Nepal and China.

Kathmandu: After the entry of monsoon, rain has caused havoc in many areas of not only India but also Nepal.

Rivers have taken a terrible form, due to which flood conditions have arisen in some places. Its effect is also being seen on the border of Nepal and China.

In fact, the Maitri Bridge built between Nepal and China has also fallen prey to the flood. Not only did the bridge collapse in the strong flow of water, but 18 people have also been swept away in it.

Bridge washed away in Bhotekoshi river

Maitri Bridge was the main bridge connecting Nepal and China. This bridge built on Bhotekoshi river connected Rasuwa district of Nepal to China. However, due to heavy rains, flood conditions arose in Bhotekoshi river. The bridge also got washed away in the flood at around 3:15 last night.

18 people missing
This bridge, which is just 120 km from Nepal's capital Kathmandu, was washed away by the strong currents along with 18 people. These include 12 Nepalese and 6 Chinese citizens. According to officials, all 18 people are still missing and are being searched for.

Flood wreaks havoc in Nepal
According to Rasuwa's Chief District Officer Arun Paudel, Nepal has suffered a lot due to the flood in the river. The administration has instructed the people living nearby to move to a safe place. The Nepalese army and police are jointly searching for the 18 missing people.

Bhotekoshi river overflows due to heavy rains in China
Let us tell you that Bhotekoshi river comes to Nepal via China. A bridge was built on this river to connect Nepal and China. However, due to heavy rains in the Himalayan region of China, Bhotekoshi river suddenly started flowing above the danger mark. This river, which came in spate last night, swept away the Maitri bridge as well.