Hindu devotees from Sudurpaschim Province, residing in the capital, enthusiastically celebrated Gaura Parva in Tundikhel on Monday.

The event featured various cultural programmes showcasing the traditions and way of life from Karnali and Sudurpaschim Province.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, and Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation Badriprasad Pandey were among the dignitaries in attendance.

Gaura Parva, primarily observed by women, involves offering prayers to Goddess Gauri, the consort of Lord Shiva, for a happy and prosperous married life.

Here are some of the photos of the celebration in Tundikhel captured by Post’s photojournalist Safal Prakash Shrestha.