Bhote Koshi Flood Victims' Funeral Rites Performed with Effigies

Summary

Relatives of those missing in the Bhote Koshi flood are performing funeral rites with effigies made of Kush grass after a week-long search failed to recover the bodies. The rituals at Pashupati Aryaghat are increasing as hope of finding the missing alive fades.

Key Points
  • Relatives of Bhote Koshi flood victims are conducting funeral rites using Kush grass effigies.
  • The bodies of the missing have not been found even after a week of searching.
  • Funeral rituals at Pashupati Aryaghat are increasing as families accept there is little hope of survival.
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