Happy New Year 2080: Nepali History, Customs and Traditions

Nepali New Year 2080 is just around the corner, and Nepalese people everywhere in the world are excitedly anticipating this auspicious day. The Nepali New Year, also known as “Naya Barsha” in the Nepali language, is one of the significant celebrations that binds all Nepalese people together. The Nepalese calendar year, which is based on the Bikram Sambat calendar, officially begins on this day. It occurs on Baisakh’s first day, which typically occurs in mid-April. This year, Baishak 1st falls on April 14 of the English calendar.

Nepal is a country with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Nepal has more than 60 ethnic groups, each with its own unique culture, and most of them have their own language. In other words, Nepal is a live example of unity in diversity. People of different castes, creeds, and cultures live in Nepal. Nepalese celebrate nine different new years at different times of the year. The Nepalese celebrate each of them with the same zeal and enthusiasm. However, since Baishakh 1 is regarded as the national new year, the country’s official calendar year starts this day. The Nepali New Year is celebrated in various ways throughout Nepal, depending on the community, ethnicity, and religion. In this article, we will delve into the history, customs, and importance of the Nepali New Year 2080.

History of Nepali New Year Celebration

The history of the Nepali New Year celebration is extensive and fascinating, going back to prehistoric times. The Licchavi dynasty, which ruled Nepal from the third through the seventh centuries AD, is credited with this celebration. The Nepali calendar was introduced during this time, and the first day of the calendar’s first month was declared to be Nepal’s New Year’s Day.

Bikram Sambat

Bikram Sambat is a Hindu calendar utilized in Nepal and some of the Indian States. It makes use of lunar months and sidereal years for punctuality. According to legend, King Vikramaditya of Ujjain, India, started the Bikram Sambat calendar in 57 BC. The Bikram Sambat calendar is 56.7 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar, which is used in most parts of the world. For instance, Nepalese people are celebrating the 2080 year, whereas other people just celebrated the 2023 year a few months ago.

The brand new 12 months start with the foremost day of the month Baishakh, which is well-known as falling in April. The other months are Jestha, Ashar, Shrawan, Bhadra, Ashwin, Karthik, Mangsir, Poush, Magh, Falgun, and Chaitra.

Customs and Traditions of Nepali New Year

Many ethnic and religious groups observe diverse Nepali New Year rituals and traditions. However, there are a few customs that the majority of Nepalese people observe during the New Year. Here are some of them:

Cleaning and Decorating the House: Nepali people thoroughly clean their homes and decorate them with colorful lights, flowers, and traditional ornaments. They believe that a clean and beautiful home attracts positive energy and good luck.

Exchanging Gifts and Sweets: During the New Year, people exchange gifts, sweets, and greetings with their friends and families. It is a way to express love, respect, and gratitude toward each other.

Wearing New Clothes: Wearing new clothes on New Year’s Day is a common practice in Nepal. It is believed that wearing new clothes brings good luck and prosperity.

Visiting Temples and Shrines: On New Year’s Day, people visit temples and shrines to offer prayers and seek blessings for a prosperous and peaceful year ahead.

Feasting and Celebrations: The Nepali New Year is a time for feasting and celebrating with friends and families. People prepare various traditional dishes, such as “Sekuwa,” “Sel Roti,” “Aloo Tama,” and Chatamari,” and enjoy them together.

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