Bhadra Shukla Chaturdashi: President Paudel observes Indrajatra celebrations
Summary
President Ramchandra Paudel observed the Indrajatra celebrations at Hanumandhoka Durbar Square in Kathmandu, where he offered monetary donations to the chariots of deities Ganesh, Bhairav and Kumari. The eight-day festival includes the ceremonial pole erection, a women-led chariot procession and the traditional exchange of tika, prasad and a sword with the living goddess Kumari.
Key Points
- President Ramchandra Paudel observed Indrajatra celebrations at Hanumandhoka Durbar Square after walking from Juddha Salik.
- He offered monetary donations to the chariots of Shree Ganesh, Shree Bhairav and Shree Kumari.
- The festival began with the Indradhwojatthan ritual and will conclude with the lowering and immersion of the Indra Dhwoj at Teku Dobhan.
- A public holiday was declared in the Kathmandu Valley for the cultural festival.
