Humanity still alive: Odisha villagers arrange funeral for young nomad woman from Bihar

In a rare act of humanity in today’s self-centered world, locals Daringbadi in Kandhamal district came together to perform the last rites of a Bihari nomad woman, showcasing compassion and solidarity.

As per reports, a group of travelling herbal sellers from Samastipur district of Bihar had arrived in Daringbadi. A young woman named Ruksuna Karadi from the group was affected by jaundice and died.

Her sudden death left her already distressed family devastated, unsure of what to do or how to take the body further. At this crucial moment, local residents came together to extend support to the helpless family. Villagers arranged for the funeral rites by preparing a bamboo bier, carrying the deceased young woman on their shoulders, and taking her to the cremation ground. 

To help the bereaved family return to Bihar, locals also raised funds through community contributions and made necessary arrangements. The herbal sellers have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the people of Daringbadi for their selfless assistance and cooperation.

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"We had come here to sell herbs. However, while roaming here, she (Ruksun) suffered from jaundice. Though we treated her at Daringbadi, her condition worsened. Then we decided to take her to our village for treatment. However, she passed away near Kalinga. We became helpless and called some persons from Daringbadi to help us in performing the last rites. They told us to return to Daringbadi. Upon arriving here, they helped us perform the last rites. They also gave us money so that we could return to our village. They have helped us a lot since she was ill," said one of the herbal sellers.

"Residents in Daringbadi block have shown humanity and helped the helpless persons. They (the herbal sellers) were in a difficult state and were crying. Around 80-90 people from our area helped them in the cremation. Effort is being made so that they can return to their village," a Daringbadi resident said.