Nepal's Government Plans Mass Temporary Burials Amid Outcry from Hindu Community After Floods Kill Over 1,000
Flash floods in Nepal killed over 1,000 people one week after the disaster. The government planned mass 'temporary' burials, which sparked outrage among Nepal's predominantly Hindu population. Families held symbolic funerals to 'liberate the souls' of missing loved ones.
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Multiple outlets reported on funerals for missing persons, but did not provide specific details or figures beyond the general context.
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods
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Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods hurriyetdailynews.com
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods News.com.au
Many were outraged and expressed their disapproval after the government revealed it intended to carry out mass “temporary” burials of the deceased. Nepal’s largely Hindu community objected to the measure which they say goes against religious traditions.
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods Bangkok Post
Funerals in Nepal for missing, a week after deadly floods bangkokpost.com
Nepali families were holding symbolic funeral ceremonies to "liberate the souls" of loved ones missing since deadly flash floods swept away their villages and homes in the Himalayan region a week ago.