Nepal’s President Ramchandra Paudel on Wednesday celebrated Maha Nawami, the ninth day of the 10-day ‘Bada Dashain’ or ‘Vijaya Dashmi’ festival at his official residence.
The Head of State worshipped the Nawakanya (nine virgins) as the incarnation of Goddess Nawadurga on the occasion and offered obeisance as per Hindu rituals at a special ceremony at his official residence, Shital Niwas.
As per the traditions, the Head of State performs the Nawakanya ritual on the day of Maha Nawami.
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