Nepali Congress Continues Annual 'Chiyapan' Tradition
Summary
The Nepali Congress has continued its annual Chiyapan ceremony on Kojagrat Purnima as a symbol of political culture and dialogue, a tradition it traces back to BP Koirala's return under the policy of national reconciliation. Party leaders say the gathering helps reduce political bitterness and maintain informal contact across party lines.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress says its annual Chiyapan ceremony on Kojagrat Purnima began after BP Koirala returned from exile in 2035 BS.
- Leaders describe the event as a practice of political reconciliation, dialogue, and greetings across party lines.
- The tradition continued through political upheavals, though it was paused during the COVID-19 pandemic and last year.
- The culture of Chiyapan and greeting exchanges has also been adopted by CPN-UML and the then CPN-Maoist.
