Tragic Microbus Accident in Nepal Claims 14 Lives During Chhath Festival Return

A tragic microbus accident in Nepal has resulted in the loss of 14 lives and left six others injured. The incident occurred while passengers were returning home for the Chhath festival. The vehicle plunged down a steep road in the Makwanpur district, prompting an investigation into the cause of the accident. This festival, celebrated predominantly in the Terai region, is set to take place this Sunday. Read on for more details about this unfortunate event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 12, 2026, 19:26 IST

Fatal Incident in Makwanpur District

Kathmandu: A devastating accident in Nepal resulted in the deaths of at least 14 individuals and left six others injured on Thursday. The victims were traveling in a microbus that veered off a steep road while returning home for the Chhath festival, as reported by local police.

The tragic event took place around 5:45 AM in the Makwanpur district, located in the Bagmati province, according to an official from the District Police Office.

The microbus was en route from Kathmandu to Sarlahi district when it fell approximately 300 meters down a hilly stretch of the Bhimfedi-Kulekhani-Kathmandu road in Bhimfedi Rural Municipality.

Basanta Adhikari, the chief district officer, confirmed that among the deceased were the driver and 13 passengers.

The six injured individuals were promptly taken to a local hospital in Hetauda Municipality for medical care.

Authorities are still investigating the cause of this tragic accident.

The microbus was transporting residents of Sarlahi district who were returning from Kathmandu to celebrate the Hindu festival of Chhath, which is set to occur this Sunday.

Chhath is primarily celebrated by the Hindu community in the Terai region, the southern plains of Nepal.