Singer Shreya Ghoshal posted photographs on her social media accounts showing her dogs Sherlock and Luna wearing marigold garlands and red tikas for Kukur Tihar. The performer wrote that Sherlock enjoyed the annual ritual, but she asked people to reduce noise levels because pets experience fear from loud sounds. Ghoshal noted that dogs have sensitive hearing that makes them tremble when exposed to excessive volume.
Actress Manisha Koirala shared images on Oct. 20 celebrating the Nepalese tradition where dogs receive prayers from priests. She described how the festival honors canines as loyal companions and protectors, and she explained that street dogs walk with dignity while wearing flowers. Koirala said the observance demonstrates Nepal's cultural values of compassion and respect for animals.
The five-day Tihar festival treats dogs as messengers of Yama, the deity of death, and communities worship them for their faithfulness. Celebrants place garlands on dogs and apply ceremonial marks to acknowledge their protective qualities. The tradition reflects beliefs about the sacred status of canines in Nepalese culture.
Actress Manisha Koirala shared images on Oct. 20 celebrating the Nepalese tradition where dogs receive prayers from priests. She described how the festival honors canines as loyal companions and protectors, and she explained that street dogs walk with dignity while wearing flowers. Koirala said the observance demonstrates Nepal's cultural values of compassion and respect for animals.
The five-day Tihar festival treats dogs as messengers of Yama, the deity of death, and communities worship them for their faithfulness. Celebrants place garlands on dogs and apply ceremonial marks to acknowledge their protective qualities. The tradition reflects beliefs about the sacred status of canines in Nepalese culture.
