Families struggle with final rites; two households share a room
Summary
Families affected by the Bhotekoshi flood are completing the 13th day of mourning rituals while many of their loved ones remain missing. With homes destroyed and space scarce, several bereaved families are sharing rooms and using symbolic kusha bodies for final rites.
Key Points
- Families of the dead and missing in the Bhotekoshi flood are performing the 13th day of mourning rituals despite not finding many bodies.
- Several bereaved households are sharing rooms in Kathmandu because of a shortage of space at mourning facilities.
- Some families used symbolic kusha bodies for funerals after their relatives failed to return or make contact.
- A few people listed as missing, including Chandrika Shrestha, were later rescued alive, offering hope to other families.
