INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
KATHMANDU, SEPTEMBER 17President Ram Chandra Paudel has extended best wishes to all
Nepali sisters and brothers on the occasion of the Indrajatra festival today
He wished peace, prosperity and happiness.
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During the festival, the God of rains and good harvest, Indra, and living Goddess Kumari are worshipped
Similarly, chariot procession of Lord Ganesh and Bhairav is held.We pay obeisance to God Indra for the good harvest, which reflects human
relations with nature, President Paudel reminded, adding that such native festival helps protect ancient civilization.
The
festival is celebrated especially in the districts of Kathmandu Valley, and adjoining Kavrepalanchowk and Dolakha districts."I believe the
festival helps foster national unity, harmony and good will among the people from diverse cultures, languages and regions," the President
stated in the message of best wishes.He further wished the festival inspired all to work for social justice and economic prosperity with
balanced and sustainable use of natural resources.
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