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Nepal to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims before burial, announces Prime Minister Balendra Shah

Nepal authorities, led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, announced plans to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims before burial. The decision follows the recovery of bodies that have decomposed beyond recognition. This measure aims to aid in identifying victims for families and legal processes.

Nepal authorities plan to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims before burial, as confirmed by multiple news outlets. Prime Minister Balendra Shah announced the DNA preservation plan, emphasizing the need for accurate identification. Some recovered bodies have decomposed beyond recognition, necessitating DNA preservation for identification purposes.

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PublicChannel News AsiaAug 30, 07:04 AM
Nepal to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims before burying them: Prime Minister

Authorities said some bodies being recovered have decomposed beyond recognition.

IndependentThe StarAug 30, 05:03 AM
Nepal to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims - The Star

Nepal to preserve DNA of unidentified flood victims  The Star

IndependentStraits TimesAug 30, 04:20 AM
Nepal will preserve DNA before burial of unidentified flood victims: PM Balendra Shah - The Straits Times

Nepal will preserve DNA before burial of unidentified flood victims: PM Balendra Shah  The Straits Times