A tragic plane crash occurred in Kathmandu, Nepal on Wednesday, claiming the lives of 18 people. A Saurya Airlines passenger plane caught fire upon takeoff, leaving only the captain alive. The aircraft, carrying crew and technicians, was en route to Pokhara for maintenance. Among the victims were 18 Nepali citizens and one Yemeni engineer. The plane veered off the runway and crashed, sparking a massive fire. Rescue workers recovered the bodies from the charred wreckage. Nepal's prime minister visited the crash site and announced an investigation. The incident has once again highlighted Nepal's poor air safety record, with numerous fatal crashes in recent years. The country's mountainous terrain and weather conditions contribute to aviation challenges. The crash has prompted a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the tragedy.
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