Catastrophe in the Himalayas: Mass Graves in Nepal Meet Criticism - Search Continues
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In order to protect public health in the face of the rapidly decomposing bodies after the flood, the authorities decide on mass burials. This does not work well in the Hindu country. Meanwhile, concern for further landslides is growing.
KATMANDÚ, Nepal (AP) — The devastating floods in Nepal dragged so many people down the river that district authorities have started burying bodies in temporary graves before they can be identified, leading to accusations...
The search for thousands of missing persons for the disaster in the Himalayas continues. The number of dead continues to rise. But the quick burial method is criticized by Hindus.
After the flood disaster in Nepal, the search for survivors continues. Meanwhile, the first fatalities are buried in mass graves. Thus, health risks are to be limited. However, the step is controversial.
According to media reports, the decision is controversial because most of the victims are Hindus and according to Hindu tradition cremation is common.
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