Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Hostage's Sister Appeals for Information on Captured Brother
A Nepali student named Bipin Joshi was taken hostage in Gaza by Hamas over 22 months ago.
His sister, Pushpa, recently spoke at a protest in Tel Aviv, expressing the family's worry because they don't know how he's doing.
Bipin was studying agriculture when he was captured on October 7, 2023.
His family, who came to Israel to show their support, felt isolated back home.
They are very upset by images of other hostages in bad health and are hoping for Bipin's safe return.
Sister of Nepali hostage, Bipin Joshi, addressed Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.
She stated the family is unaware of Bipin's condition after 22 months.
Bipin, an agriculture student, was taken by Hamas from Kibbutz Alumim on October 7, 2023.
Protesters at the square showed solidarity with Nepali flags.
Pushpa mentioned the family was isolated and devastated by footage of other hostages.
- Who
- Pushpa Joshi (sister), Bipin Joshi (hostage)
- What
- Sister addressed Hostages Square regarding her brother, a Nepali hostage held in Gaza.
- When
- October 7, 2023 (Bipin was taken hostage)
- Where
- Hostages Square, Tel Aviv; Kibbutz Alumim; Gaza
- Why
- To raise awareness and seek information about her brother's condition, captured during the conflict.
Family's Perspective
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Hostage's Condition
Family's Perspective
Family's concern over Bipin's well-being and lack of information.
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- Hostage's Name
- Bipin Joshi
- Hostage's Profession
- Agriculture student
- Date of Capture
- October 7, 2023
- Location of Capture
- Kibbutz Alumim
- Captor
- Hamas
- Sister's Name
- Pushpa Joshi