President Bidya Devi Bhandari today offered Bhaitika to her younger brother (Degendra Pandey) at 11:51 am, the auspicious time for Bhaitika this year.

The Bhaitika took place at the President House in Shital Niwas. After the Bhaitika, the Head of State extended blessings to her brother, and offered sweets, fruits and walnuts.

In return, President Bhandari received blessings and presents like money from brother Pandey.

Likewise, Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba today received Bhaitika from his younger sister Durga Devi Chand.

The Bhaitika took place at the PM's official residence in Baluwatar. After the Bhaitika, PM Deuba received blessings and sweets and fruits from his sister Chand.

Meanwhile, talking to media-persons, the PM extended wishes to all Nepalis for their happiness, peace, and prosperity. RSS