Various festivals have made Nepali society more prosperous: Speaker

Speaker Devraj Ghimire has said that festivals of every Nepali caste and community have further enriched the Nepali society.

Extending best wishes for happiness, peace and prosperity to all Nepali sisters and brothers at home and abroad on the occasion of Sonam Lhosar-2081 BS, he said festivals like Lhosar have provided an opportunity to strengthen mutual unity and cooperation among the Nepali community.

Sonam Lhosar, an important festival of the Tamang community, is celebrated with great enthusiasm as the beginning of the New Year.

Speaker Ghimire said that this festival, Lhosar, in which 'Lho' meaning year and 'Sar' meaning new, will give a message of new energy, prosperity and positive change.

"Sonam Lhosar is the indigenous festival of the Tamang community. The festival has become a unique example of cultural vibrancy, celebrated amidst the playing of the traditional Damphu musical drum and singing of Tamang Selo folk songs, wearing traditional costumes and relishing special dishes," the Speaker stated in his message.