New Delhi: Onboard the ill-fated Yeti Airlines aircraft that met with an accident on Sunday was the Nepalese Folk singer Nira Chhantyal. On her way to Pokhara to participate in an event on the occasion of Maghe Sankranti, the singer fell victim to this tragic mishappening. One among the 68 confirmed in the crash, Nira’s sister Heera Chhantyal confirmed her demise officially.
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Coming from Baglung district of Nepal, the singer lived in Kathmandu and was on her way to grace an event in Pokhara for the Nepalese festival of Maghe Sankranti. She shared the same on her Facebook informing her fans of her visit. Nira’s last Facebook post was also wishing all her fans the best on the auspicious occasion of Maghe Sankranti. Extending her love to all living in the country and abroad.
An unfortunate and grave loss to the Nepalese Music Industry, Nira’s death like all 68 passengers on board the flight is a painful reality check on the fragility of life. Despite it being a deeply painful time for all her loved ones, it has to be said that Nira’s honeyed voice will immortally echo in the hearts of her fans.
The Yeti Airlines Aircraft crashed on the banks of the River Seti for reasons that are still being looked into. A total of 72 passengers were on board, and so far 68 have been confirmed dead. The accident and the death of Nira Chhantyal are making rounds all over social media and have everyone shocked beyond words. We hope for eternal rest to the passed and comfort to their families.
