KMC provides Rs. 2.871M for Indra Jatra
Summary
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has provided Rs. 2.871 million for the management of Indra Jatra, with plans underway for chariot processions, volunteer support, traffic control, and heritage site repairs. Officials also discussed reviving the Muali musical tradition and improving facilities for Ganesh and Bhairav ahead of next year’s festival.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Metropolitan City handed over Rs. 2.871 million to the Indra Jatra Management Committee for this year’s festival preparations.
- Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol asked officials to finish repairing the roof of Kumari House and said training is underway to revive the Muali musical tradition.
- The city plans to build facilities for Shree Ganesh and Shree Bhairav so their chariot processions can start from the same complex next year.
- Authorities discussed volunteer arrangements, emergency medical support, and traffic restrictions during the festival period.
