Museum preserving original identity of Tharu community in Sunsari
Summary
A museum preserving the history, lifestyle and traditions of the Tharu community has been established in Ramdhuni municipality-2, Sunsari. Built with federal funding, it aims to protect the community’s original identity and educate younger generations about their ancestral culture.
Key Points
- The Tharu Museum has been established in Ramdhuni municipality-2, Sunsari, to preserve the community’s history, lifestyle, culture and traditions.
- The museum was built in 2077 BS with Rs 3.5 million from the federal government's Tarai-Madhes Prosperity Programme.
- It contains more than 150 dummies and artistic articles showing Tharu rituals and cultural practices from birth to death.
- Local authorities have budgeted funds for its maintenance, but officials say it needs better publicity to attract more visitors.