August 24th 2024.
In a tragic incident, a military transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force arrived in Maharashtra's Jalgaon on Saturday, carrying the mortal remains of 25 Indian pilgrims from Bharatpur in Nepal. These pilgrims had lost their lives in a bus accident that took place on Friday, around 115 kilometres away from Kathmandu in Nepal's Tanahun district.
According to officials, the accident claimed the lives of 27 Indians, while the bodies of two deceased individuals will be taken to Maharajgunj in Uttar Pradesh. The Indian Air Force swiftly responded to the call for humanitarian aid and deployed a C-130J aircraft to airlift the mortal remains of the victims. In a post on 'X', the IAF expressed their condolences to the affected families and wished a speedy recovery to those who were injured.
The Indian pilgrims were on a 10-day tour in Nepal when the unfortunate incident occurred. Along with the 27 fatalities, 16 others were also injured in the accident. Reports suggest that the bus carrying the pilgrims veered off the highway and fell into the fast-flowing Marsyangdi river at Abu Khaireni in Tanahun district.
The IAF's prompt action in airlifting the mortal remains of the victims from Bharatpur to Jalgaon is commendable. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, and we hope for a quick recovery for those who were injured. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures while travelling, and we must always prioritize the well-being of ourselves and others on the road.
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