Mha Puja being observed today
Summary
Mha Puja, the self-worship ceremony by the Newar community, is observed today on the fourth day of Tihar coinciding with the Newari New Year based on Nepal Sambat calendar.
Key Points
- Mha Puja, meaning self worship, is observed by Newar community on the fourth day of Tihar festival.
- The festival coincides with the Newari New Year 1146 according to the Nepal Sambat calendar.
- Prof Dr Ramchandra Gautam explained that atma (soul) is revered as the powerful aspect of a human being in this tradition.
- Nepal is celebrating New Year 1146, commemorating Sankhadhar Sakhwa who relieved the poor from financial burdens.
