Five-day fire ritual next week for Bhotekoshi flood dead and missing
Summary
A five-day Pitri Moksha Yagya will be held in Betrawati next week for those killed and missing in the August 26 Bhotekoshi-Trishuli flood. Local residents and youths are also जुटing to revive the flood-hit town and press the government for a concrete rehabilitation plan.
Key Points
- A five-day Pitri Moksha Yagya will be performed in Betrawati next week for victims of the August 26 Bhotekoshi-Trishuli flood.
- The flood killed at least 1,457 people, left over 4,700 missing and displaced thousands across several districts.
- The ritual is being organised by the Kathmandu-based Guru Gorakhnath Peeth and will be performed by Nath yogis followers of Yogi Naraharinath.
- Local residents and youths are trying to revive Betrawati and are demanding a concrete rehabilitation plan from the government.
