Sonam Lhosar being marked today
Summary
The Tamang community and other ethnic groups across Nepal celebrate Sonam Lhosar today, marking the start of the 2,862nd year according to the Manjushree calendar with various cultural programs.
Key Points
- The Tamang community is celebrating Sonam Lhosar, their New Year, with various programs today.
- The 2,862nd year starts today, entering the horse year after the snake year according to the Manjushree calendar.
- The festival is celebrated mainly in Bagmati Province and by multiple ethnic communities including Hyolmo, Thakali, Jirel, Nesyangwa, Bhote, Dura, and Lepcha.
- High-level government officials like Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav and National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal extended greetings and emphasized the festival's role in promoting cultural values and national unity.
