Linda Govender has publicly thanked Nepalese officer Gagan Shrestha for assisting her family in the search for her missing daughter, Terricia, who disappeared during floods on the Nepal-Tibet border. On day 15 of the search, Govender praised Shrestha, describing his support as embodying the 'spirit of Nepal' as he helped the family navigate the ongoing efforts to locate her daughter.
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A South African mother, Linda Govender, has publicly appealed to spiritual leader Sadhguru after her daughter went missing in flooding in Nepal. Govender said pilgrims affected by the disaster have received no assistance from Sadhguru's organisation, according to TimesLIVE. She questioned the whereabouts and response of the spiritual head as families seek information and support following the flood. The report highlights growing frustration among those with loved ones caught up in the incident.
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IOL·September 8, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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TimesLIVE·September 8, 2026 at 6:02 AM
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Daily Post (NG)·September 9, 2026 at 11:02 AM