Bode Celebrates Traditional Tongue-Piercing Festival
Summary
Locals in Bode, Madhyapur Thimi, celebrated the traditional tongue-piercing festival on Baisakh 2, featuring rituals honoring goddess Nil Barahi and showcasing centuries-old cultural heritage.
Key Points
- The tongue-piercing festival in Bode was celebrated on Baisakh 2 during Biska Jatra.
- Sujan Bag Shrestha underwent the tongue piercing with a 10-inch iron needle in front of thousands of spectators.
- After the piercing, Sujan carried a ceremonial torch through Bode visiting various temples, concluding at Mahalaxmi temple.
- The ritual fast and healing process is linked to warding off evil spirits and honoring goddess Nil Barahi according to local beliefs.
