Dashain ends, and the journey back to India begins
Summary
With Dashain over, Nepali workers and students are heading back to Indian cities from Sudurpaschim’s border districts after spending the festival at home. The seasonal movement has become a familiar cycle for many families who depend on jobs in India for their livelihood.
Key Points
- Border crossings in Kailali and Kanchanpur are seeing a reverse flow as people return to Indian cities after Dashain celebrations.
- Many workers from Sudurpaschim rely on jobs in Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai to support their families.
- Festival returns briefly revive villages in the hill districts, but communities quiet down again once workers leave.
- Income from jobs in India remains essential for household expenses and children’s education in the region.
