KATHMANDU: In light of the tragic loss of Nepalis in Russia, efforts to confirm their identities have intensified through DNA testing of their relatives.
The Russian government has requested DNA samples from the families of the deceased, prompting the Nepali government to facilitate genetic testing.
The Department of Consular Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken proactive steps by forwarding genetic samples of several individuals to the Nepal Police Central Office.
On Tuesday, samples from seven persons were dispatched, followed by an additional sample on Wednesday.
These samples pertain to the relatives of Khom...