Kukur Puja Celebrated on Third Day of Yamapanchak
Summary
Dogs were worshipped across Nepal on the third day of Tihar, or Yamapanchak, with devotees offering them food as part of the Kukur Puja ritual. The festival continues through Lakshmi Puja, cow worship, and Bhai Tika, with the auspicious time for Bhai Tika set for Wednesday at 11:07 AM.
Key Points
- The third day of Yamapanchak was observed as Kukur Puja, with dogs worshipped and offered delicious food.
- Prof. Toyaraj Nepal said the ritual is rooted in religious belief, while modern science also supports keeping dogs at home.
- Lakshmi Puja is also being observed today, with preparations underway for evening lamp lighting.
- According to Nepal Panchanga Nirnayak Samiti Chairman Sah Prof. Dr. Purushottam Bhattarai, Bhai Tika will be observed on Wednesday at 11:07 AM.
