Government Declares Public Holiday on Sonam Lhosar, NEPSE to Remain Closed Today

The Goverment of Nepal has announced a public holiday for Monday (today) i.e. on 5th Magh on the occasion of "Sonam Lhosar"

Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) will remain closed to mark Sonam Lhosar. Regular trading will resume in NEPSE from Tuesday (Magh 6, 2082) at 11:00 A.M.

Sonam Lhosar is a new year festival of the Tamang and Yolmo people of Nepal and the Sikkim and Darjeeling regions of India. It falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice which is usually the Magh Sukla Pratipada based on the eastern lunar calendar.

In Sonam Lhosar the Tamang people visit monasteries and stupas where special rituals with mask dance are performed to drive away evil spirits. The houses and surroundings are cleaned to welcome gods and goddesses.

Pork, chicken, mutton, fish, and sweet desserts are consumed. People wear traditional dresses and jewelry to participate in cultural events and exchange greetings with each other. Tamang Selo and the Damphu are played.