Kojagrat Purnima being observed today
Summary
Kojagrat Purnima is being observed across Nepal today with prayers to Goddess Mahalaxmi, marking the conclusion of the 15-day Bada Dashain festival. Devotees are staying awake through the night, while traditional rituals such as worship at Swayambhu Chaitya and lighting the Mahadeep lamp continue.
Key Points
- Kojagrat Purnima is being observed nationwide today as the final day of the 15-day Bada Dashain festival.
- Devotees worship Goddess Mahalaxmi at home and stay awake overnight in the belief that she blesses those who remain vigilant.
- The day also marks the end of receiving Dashain tika and jamara, which are discarded according to tradition.
- The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee says special Tulasi worship and the Akashdeep lighting ceremony will begin on Monday.
