In Butwal, a vibrant city in the Lumbini Zone of Nepal, Dashain stands out as the most significant and widely celebrated festival. Known locally as Bada Dashain or Bijaya Dashami, it brings families together, fills markets with life, and marks a cultural heartbeat that almost everyone here participates in, regardless of caste or background. Brief History   Dashain traces its origins to Hindu mythology. It celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura , symbolising the triumph of good over evil. It also celebrates Lord Ram’s victory over Ravan, as told in the Ramayana. The festival was historically patronised by the kings of Nepal, who received tika and blessings from the royal priest as a sign of divine sanction to rule. Over centuries, it evolved from a royal ritual into a national and community festival celebrated by Hindus across Nepal and the Nepali diaspora. People Involved Dashain is truly a community festival. It involves every generation of a household...