Tihar Festival: Gobardhan Puja
Gobardhan Puja, the fourth day of Tihar, honours oxen and Govardhan mountain, and also marks Mha Puja and the Nepal Sambat New Year for the Newar community.
About the Holiday
On the fourth day of Tihar, people worship oxen and the Govardhan mountain, remembering the legend of Lord Krishna lifting the mountain to protect villagers from heavy rain.
The same day, the Newar community performs Mha Puja, a ritual worship of one’s own body and soul, and celebrates the Nepal Sambat New Year.
Nepali date: 2083/07/24 B.S.
How It Is Celebrated
- Oxen are worshipped and fed, and small mounds of cow dung are made to represent Govardhan mountain.
- Newar families perform Mha Puja with intricate mandalas and festive feasts.
- Rallies and cultural programmes are held to welcome the Nepal Sambat New Year.
- Deusi groups visit homes singing traditional songs.
Office Notice
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