Heroism Amid Chaos: How Bipin Joshi's Bravery Saved a Life

Wed Oct 15 2025 01:15:23 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese student in Israel, displayed extraordinary courage by throwing back a grenade during a Hamas attack, ultimately saving his friend's life and sacrificing his own.

In an alarming account from the frontlines of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Phanindra Dahal shares the story of how his friend Bipin Joshi heroically threw back a grenade during a violent attack, potentially saving lives. This act of bravery occurred on October 7, 2023, when Bipin was among a group of Nepali students working in Israel. Tragically, Bipin was later taken hostage and ultimately confirmed dead, leaving behind a legacy of courage and camaraderie. Dhan Bahadur Chaudhary, the friend whose life was saved, narrates the harrowing events and expresses deep sorrow at the loss of his companion, as both families grapple with grief amidst the ongoing violence.

In a heartbreaking account of the recent violence in Israel, Dhan Bahadur Chaudhary recalls how his friend Bipin Joshi threw back a grenade launched by Hamas attackers before being taken hostage. This courageous act likely saved Dhan's life and those of four others injured during the assault.

Speaking to BBC Nepali, Dhan expressed, I may not have survived if both grenades had exploded. Bipin showed courage and threw the grenade out. This tragic incident unfolded on October 7, 2023, when Bipin, at just 23 years old, was working on a kibbutz as part of an agricultural exchange program with 15 other Nepali students.

As the attack commenced, two grenades were thrown near their shelter. Bipin's quick thinking in tossing one grenade away from the bunker ensured that only one exploded inside, leading to injuries among the group while preserving several lives. Sadly, Bipin was the only one among his friends who was captured by Hamas.

Following an anxious wait for news, Bipin's family and friends grappled with the tragedy of his demise, confirmed just days later when his body was identified among those returned by Hamas. His death marks a deep loss for his family in Bhimdutta municipality and his friends in Nepal.

Dhan Bahadur emphasized the impact of their dreams cut short: We had hoped to start our own enterprises after returning home. Now, all of Nepal is in grief over Bipin's death. He lamented the missed opportunities that Bipin had envisioned, sharing fond memories of friendship, dreams of a brighter future, and even plans for a music video.

As Bipin's family prepares to receive his remains, Dhan and other surviving friends are determined to honor his memory by providing support to his grieving family.