Indra Jatra opens with ceremonial pole raised at Hanumandhoka
Summary
Indra Jatra opened in Kathmandu with the ceremonial raising of the Indra flagpole at Hanumandhoka, marking the start of the eight-day festival. The main procession featuring the Kumari chariot will take place on Friday.
Key Points
- Indra Jatra began on Wednesday with the traditional erection of the lingo at Hanumandhoka’s Kal Bhairav area.
- The pole was raised at 7:47am, formally marking the start of the eight-day festival.
- The ritual was carried out with the assistance of the Nepali Army.
- The festival includes music, masked dances, religious rituals and chariot processions, with the main Kumari procession scheduled for Friday.
