Chief Minister Bhatta extends best wishes on Atwari festival

Summary

Chief Minister Khagraj Bhatta has extended best wishes on the Atwari festival, saying it promotes harmony, brotherhood and social unity. The festival is celebrated by the Tharu community in several districts of far-western Nepal.

Key Points
  • Khagraj Bhatta sent a message of best wishes on the occasion of Atwari festival.
  • He said the festival helps foster harmony, brotherhood and social unity.
  • Atwari is mainly observed by the Tharu community in Dang, Banke, Bardiya, Kailali and Kanchanpur.
  • The festival is celebrated in Bhadra, usually on the Sunday after Krishna Janmashtami.
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