Tihar is regarded as the carnival of light and colour. The Tihar spirit is enchanted by the sparkling, vibrant lights illuminating the nation's myriad hues. Hindus commemorate Tihar primarily by making colourful rangolis, decorating their homes with flowers and dazzling lights, playing deusi bhailo, singing, dancing, and delighting in delectable feasts with their families.
Even though Tihar is celebrated following the conventional traditional rituals, the imprint of modernisation and technology on the festival has escalated. It is now crucial to be concerned about the environment owing to the pace of global warming and the detrimental consequences of climate change.
Moulding the most attractive rangoli design has been one of the most popular rituals in Nepal on Tihar in recent years. This urge has boosted the use of synthetic colours that comprise numerous chemicals and are notably harsh to the environment. Such artificial colours can be shuffled with organic herbal colours or rice-powered colours. Similarly, vibrant flowers can be used to make beautifully designed rangoli.
Buying thrifted clothes instead of new ones is both eco-friendly and equally stylish and economical. Even though the market is flooded with people purchasing new clothing for Tihar, it's crucial to note that the fashion industry contributes significantly to annual global carbon emissions. Moreover, you will also be helping a local store sustain its business and contribute sustainably.
The use of plastics can be mitigated at an individual level. Subtle yet very effective initiatives adopted by you individually during Tihar can significantly diminish the use of plastic. You can start by using reusable cloth bags for shopping instead of plastic bags, avoiding purchasing items packaged in plastic, and adorning your home with organic flowers rather than plastic décor. Carbon emissions can be drastically decreased by using fewer plastics.
The impact of firecrackers on our environment has been profound in recent years. Street animals, birds, and several wildfires have all been reportedly disturbed by firecrackers, which have disrupted the ecosystem of the environment in which we reside. You can celebrate Tihar in alternate ways if you don't use firecrackers, and doing so isn't complicated enough.
Instead of offering plastic-wrapped gifts to your siblings, consider giving them sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Depending on your preferences, you can offer potted plants, customised gift hampers, organic food baskets, organic cosmetics, ceramic artefacts, upcycled décor pieces, and many other goodies. Additionally, you can contribute economically to society by purchasing these eco-friendly gift items from the local market.
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