KATHMANDU, JANUARY 13

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has directed the bodies concerned for effective treatment to those injured in the bus accident occurred at Bhalubang, Dang.

According to PM Dahal's secretariat, the Prime Minister asked the respective government bodies to play effective role in rescue and treatment to the injured people.

Extending tribute to the deceased, he expressed condolences to the bereaved family members.

The bus (Bhe 1 Kha 3912) heading towards Kathmandu from Nepalgunj fell into Rapti River at Rapti rural municipality-1, Bhalubang on Friday night.

The death toll has reached 12.