The authorities in Nepal proceeded with temporary burials of hundreds of victims from the catastrophic floods that devastated the country, generating a strong wave of public indignation in various regions. The decision to carry out temporary burials aimed to deal with the large number of unidentified bodies resulting from the catastrophe.
The measure provoked outrage among the local population, which harshly criticized the non-compliance with Hindu rites, the predominant religion in Nepal. Hindu funeral rituals require specific procedures that were not followed in these cases, which caused deep discomfort and suffering to the affected families.
Critics also targeted the mismanagement by authorities in responding to the catastrophe. Victims' families expressed frustration at the lack of organization and resources to properly identify and handle the bodies, further aggravating the pain of loss.
