Kukur Tihar being observed today
Summary
Kukur Tihar, the festival honoring dogs as faithful companions and messengers of the God of death, is being celebrated across Nepal, marking the third day of this year's Tihar festival.
Key Points
- Kukur Tihar is being observed today at households across Nepal as part of the Tihar festival.
- The festival honors dogs as Yamadoot, the messenger of Yamaraj, the God of death.
- Due to calendar changes, Kukur Tihar is celebrated on the third day instead of the traditional second day this year.
- People worship and offer garlands and delicious food to dogs during this celebration which is also called Narak Chaturdashi.
