Teej money donated to relief fund
Summary
Teej celebrations across Syangja have been postponed, with local governments, community groups and clubs diverting their festival budgets to flood relief after the Bhotekoshi floods. Money collected for Teej programmes has been deposited in the Prime Minister's Relief Fund to support affected families.
Key Points
- All 11 local governments in Syangja postponed their Teej programmes and redirected festival budgets to flood relief.
- Community groups, women’s groups and clubs also suspended Dar and food-distribution events and contributed their money to the Prime Minister's Relief Fund.
- The Beautician Association, Syangja deposited Rs 111,111 and Waling ward residents contributed Rs 555,555 to the relief fund.
- Organizers said the country is in mourning and chose solidarity with flood-affected families over celebration.
