Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane, alongside his wife Nikita Poudel Lamichhane, travelled to Janakpur to mark the Kharna ritual of the Chhath festival. The political leader and his spouse participated in the religious observances on Saturday evening, joining regional celebrations in the city. The couple carried out the traditional rites at the residence of Naresh Sah, a local resident living in the Shiv Chowk area of Janakpur. Their presence at the private home for the festival activity drew attention as they partook in the seasonal customs alongside community members. Observances of the Chhath festival draw numerous participants across the region every year. The Kharna ritual marks a central phase of the multi-day celebrations, during which devotees observe fasting and offer prayers to the sun deity before breaking their fast in the evening.
Rabi Lamichhane and wife observe Kharna in Janakpur
The Rastriya Swatantra Party chairperson and his wife participated in the Chhath festival ritual on Saturday evening.
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In short
- Rabi Lamichhane and Nikita Poudel Lamichhane observed the Chhath festival's Kharna ritual.
- The couple performed the traditional observance at a local residence in Shiv Chowk, Janakpur.
- The religious participation took place on Saturday evening during the regional festival.
From public sources and the WeNepal research team
https://wenepal.com/article/rabi-lamichhane-and-wife-observe-kharna-in-janakpur-20261114
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