Addressing a programme organised by Jyapu Puchha Ombaha (JPO), Shakya opined that Jyapus, an ethnic group in Kathmandu, should make efforts to identify and promote their cultural values and norms.

Girls from Newar community participate in celebrations of Jyapu Day and Yomari Punhi in Kathmandu, Nepal, Dec. 12, 2019. Yomari Punhi is a festival especially celebrated by Newar community in ...

KATHMANDU: The newly elected mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Bidya Sundar Shakya has reaffirmed his commitment to rid Kathmandu district of dust and smoke at the earliest.