Udhauli and Yomari Punhi festivals being observed today
Summary
The Yomari Punhi and Udhauli festivals are being observed today across Nepal, celebrated by the Newar and Kirant communities respectively, with a public holiday declared nationwide.
Key Points
- Yomari Punhi, a festival of the Newar community, is being observed today with its traditional delicacy Yomari.
- The day is also known as Jyapu Day, celebrated by the Newar community of the Valley.
- Udhauli festival is observed today by the Kirant community including Rai, Limbu, Sunuwar, and Yakhya ethnicities.
- The federal government of Nepal has declared a public holiday for the occasion.
