78-year-old donates senior citizens' aid to PM Disaster Relief Fund

Summary

A 78-year-old man from Doti has donated Rs 101,025 from his senior citizens’ allowance to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund for victims of the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa. He said the loss of lives and property moved him to help support relief and rescue efforts.

Key Points
  • Gopal Thapa of Bharikot, Adarsha Rural Municipality-2, donated Rs 101,025 from his social security allowance to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund.
  • The money will support relief and rescue operations for victims of the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa.
  • Thapa said he was saddened by the losses and wanted to contribute after hearing about the disaster.
  • Local officials and residents praised his contribution as an example of humanitarian service.
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