Holi brings colour and joy to mountains and hills
Summary
Holi is celebrated with enthusiasm in Nepal's mountain and hilly districts, marking the arrival of spring and promoting harmony and goodwill. Public holidays have been declared in these regions to observe the festival.
Key Points
- Holi is celebrated enthusiastically in the mountain and hilly districts of Nepal on the full moon day of Falgun.
- The festival symbolizes the arrival of spring and the triumph of truth over falsehood, promoting harmony among all communities.
- The government declared public holidays in mountain and hilly districts on Monday, and in the Tarai region on Tuesday.
- Prominent leaders including President Ramchandra Paudel and former President Bidya Devi Bhandari extended greetings, emphasizing Holi's message of goodwill and cultural preservation.
