KATHMANDU, Oct 9: With the Dashain festival already around the corner, the hustle and bustle in the market is intensifying, with a surge in shoppers across both small and large markets throughout Kathmandu Valley.
Major commercial hubs such as New Road, Asan, Bhotahiti, Bishal Bazaar, Suraj Arcade and Makhan Galli are witnessing an influx of customers purchasing Dashain essentials, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Here are some pictures taken by Republica’s photo journalist Dipesh Darshandhari.