Tihar commences
Summary
Tihar begins on Saturday with Kaag Tihar, followed by Kukur Tihar, Laxmi Puja, Gai Puja and Bhai Tika over the five-day Yamapanchak period. The festival includes traditional worship, family rituals and the start of Nepal Sambat 1147.
Key Points
- Tihar, the second greatest Hindu festival, begins with Kaag Tihar on Saturday and Dhanteras was observed on Friday.
- The five-day Yamapanchak period includes Kukur Tihar, Laxmi Puja, Gai Puja, Govardhan Puja, Goru Puja and Mha Puja.
- The beginning of Nepal Sambat 1147 falls on November 10.
- Bhai Tika or Kija Puja will be observed on November 11 at 11:07 am, celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters.
