Bhuwa festival being observed in Sudurpaschim Province with public holiday today
Summary
Sudurpaschim Province has declared a public holiday today to observe the traditional Bhuwa festival, celebrated particularly in Bajura, Bajhang, and Achham with cultural programs including Bhuwa and Deuda dance.
Key Points
- Sudurpaschim Province has declared a public holiday today for the Bhuwa festival.
- Bhuwa festival is a historic cultural celebration linked to the Mahabharata legend and the victory of the Pandavas over the Kauravas.
- The festival is particularly significant in Bajura, Bajhang, and Achham and celebrated with traditional Bhuwa and Deuda dances, including in urban areas like Dhangadhi and Mahendranagar.
- The festival promotes cultural unity between the hills and the Terai regions and includes enactments of battle scenes with men wearing traditional attire.
