A pilgrim died after falling off a cliff near Bisnepani in Bajura district on Thursday evening.

The deceased has been identified as Biplav Ojha (52) of Gokarneshwor Municipality-5 in Kathmandu, according to Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office, Ikbal Hawari.

The incident took place when Ojha was returning to Nateshwori after visiting Badimalika.

DSP Hawari shared that the problem has surfaced to pull out the body from a gorge due to incessant rainfall.

Though preparations were made to bring a helicopter of the Nepali Army for the rescue, it has not been possible due to adverse weather, added police.