UK Nepalis Shift Teej Focus to Flood Relief
Summary
Nepali communities in Britain shifted this year’s Teej celebrations toward fundraising and solidarity after devastating floods in Nepal. Several programs were canceled or turned into charity events, with artists and organizers collecting relief for flood victims in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and other affected areas.
Key Points
- Teej programs across Britain were canceled or redesigned as charity events after deadly floods in Nepal.
- Organizers in London and other cities raised funds and pledged remaining proceeds for flood relief.
- Artists such as Badri Pageni, Durgesh Thapa, Shobha Tripathi and others performed while supporting relief campaigns.
- The diaspora community used Teej gatherings to express solidarity, light lamps for the dead, and collect aid for affected families.
