Traditional dances mark Karam festival
Summary
Traditional dances and tableaux marked the Karam Puja festival of the Jhangad community at Banlauri in Biratnagar, highlighting nature, agriculture and community unity. Koshi Province Minister Gombu Sherpa said the government was committed to protecting the rights, language and identity of indigenous nationalities.
Key Points
- The Jhangad community celebrated Karam Puja, also known as Karma Dharma, with a special programme at Banlauri in Biratnagar-4, Ikrahi.
- Participants from Sunsari and Morang arrived with traditional tableaux, musical instruments and group dances to mark the festival.
- Karam is linked to nature, agriculture, prosperity and community unity, and includes worship of the Karam tree branch and traditional songs and dances.
- Gombu Sherpa pledged provincial support for protecting the rights, languages, cultures and identities of all communities.
