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The ninth Khichara festival, scheduled to take place from January 13 to January 24 in Khairahani, Chitwan, is set to celebrate and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Tharu community. Tharu Welfare Assembly Constituency 7 is spearheading the event, with a primary focus on showcasing Tharu culture, including costumes, language, literature, and cuisine, during the auspicious occasion of the Maghi festival.
The festival, an annual tradition observed on Magh 1, aims to promote and safeguard the unique aspects of the Tharu community. Rameshwor Chaudhary, the coordinator of the main organizing committee, highlighted the extensive preparations for the event, involving a 200-member main organizing committee and 15 sub-committees.
A diverse array of activities is planned, featuring 150 stalls displaying various aspects of Tharu culture and a competition highlighting agricultural products. The organizers anticipate a substantial turnout, with more than 100,000 visitors expected to partake in the festivities. The Khichara festival serves as a vibrant platform to foster community engagement and appreciation for the diverse facets of Tharu heritage._Rss
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