A tourist, who was injured after being hit by a falling rock in the Manaslu area, has been waiting for rescue for two days.

Minuindra Lamsal (44) of Tokha-6, Kathmandu was hit by the falling rock while he was returning from Samagaun, Chumanubri Rural Municipality-1 on Thursday.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Raj Kumar Shrestha of the District Police Office said that there were difficulties in rescuing Lamsal as the helicopter could not fly due to adverse weather conditions.

According to health worker Chhiring Khamdo Lama, who is providing primary care to Lamsal, Lamsal is awaiting rescue while receiving first aid.