Pilgrims seeking peace caught in deadly Nepal-Tibet floods
Kailash is sacred to Hindus and Tibetan Buddhists, but melting glaciers caused by climate change are increasing the risk of floods and landslides, endangering pilgrims.
In a tragic turn of events, a pilgrimage to the sacred Mount Kailash in the Nepal-Tibet region turned deadly as floods swept away entire villages, leaving many pilgrims missing. Indian spiritual leader Sadhguru, who led the pilgrimage, broke down in tears recounting the desperate efforts to reach those who went missing. He described the flood as a "terrible and extraordinary event."
Many of the pilgrims, drawn by the sacredness of Kailash, were caught in the disaster while undertaking their contemplative circuit around the mountain's base. The floods, caused by a glacial collapse, resulted in over 470 deaths and more than 1,400 missing persons in both China and Nepal. Sadhguru's Isha Foundation, which organized the pilgrimage, faced a harrowing situation as more than 77 pilgrims were at the Nepal-China border office when the floodwaters arrived.
The families of those affected remain in anguish, with some lost communication with their loved ones after the disaster struck.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Pilgrims seeking peace caught in deadly Nepal-Tibet floods freemalaysiatoday.com
- Spiritual journey turns deadly as Nepal-Tibet floods hit pilgrims punchng.com
