Kathmandu:Chief of Bagmati Province, Dipak Prasad Devkota, emphasized the significant role that festivals in Nepal play in promoting social harmony, tolerance, and national unity.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Devkota shared a message of best wishes on the occasion of Nepal Sambat 1147, Bhaitika, and Chhath festivals. He highlighted that festivals serve as effective mediums for fostering mutual unity and coexistence in Nepal’s society, which is rich in diverse languages, religions, and cultures.
Devkota remarked that Tihar symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and hope over despair, while Nepal Sambat is an important heritage representing the originality, self-respect, and cultural identity of the Nepali people. He further noted that Mha Puja of the Newar community reinforces self-realization, Bhaitika strengthens family bonds, and Chhath intensifies the relationship between nature and humans.
The chief of Bagmati Province also expressed that it is time to enhance national pride, unity, and coexistence. He wished peace, prosperity, and happiness to all Nepalis living both in the country and abroad during these auspicious occasions.