An Indian nationwide has been shot lifeless by 5 unidentified gunmen in Southern Nepal, police stated on Saturday.

The deceased has been recognized as Shiva Pujan Yadav, 45, a resident of Motihari Chhaudadano.

He was shot in Mahagadhimai Municipality, police stated.

Yadav was critically injured when 5 individuals driving on two motorbikes fired at him.

He was rushed to the close by hospital shortly after the incident and died whereas present process therapy, stated the police.

The police have initiated an investigation into the matter and brought a suspicious particular person into custody.