Nepalis around the world step in to cover footballer Aashish Rai’s medical bills
Summary
Nepalis around the world are donating to help footballer Aashish Rai cover medical treatment and rehabilitation in Bangkok after the government’s support fell far short of his expenses. Rai says he has received over Rs2 million in donations, while the National Sports Council has pledged a total of Rs250,000.
Key Points
- Aashish Rai has been stranded in Bangkok for treatment after an injury mishandled by football authorities and inadequate support from the state.
- Nepalis in several countries, along with clubs and individual donors, have raised more than Rs2 million to help cover his medical bills.
- The National Sports Council has increased its promised support to Rs250,000, but Rai says that is still far below his monthly expenses.
- ANFA says it will bear Rai’s treatment costs once legal and administrative issues around its suspension are resolved.
