KATHMANDU, Nov 10: President Ramchandra Paudel and Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav have extended their best wishes to all Nepalis on the occasion of Nepal Sambat New Year 1147.
In his message, President Paudel described Nepal Sambat, established by national figure Shankhadhar Sakhwa, as Nepal's indigenous calendar. He recalled that Sakhwa introduced the new era after freeing farmers and poor people in the Kathmandu Valley from debt during the reign of Lichhavi King Raghavdev.
The President said that such traditions have strengthened Nepali culture, history, independence and identity, while contributing to a civilized, tolerant and united society.
President Paudel extends best wishes on Nepal Sambat
He noted that the New Year is celebrated as a special festival in the Kathmandu Valley and various other parts of the country. The occasion also serves as a reminder of Sakhwa's welfare-oriented and philanthropic efforts to promote people's freedom and economic liberation.
Paudel expressed confidence that the occasion would inspire people to remain committed to social equality, good governance, development and progress. He also wished that Nepal Sambat would foster mutual harmony, tolerance and fraternity among Nepalis and further strengthen national unity.
Similarly, Vice President Yadav described Nepal Sambat as a living symbol of the originality of Nepali civilization, liberalism, social justice and human coexistence.
In his message, Yadav said that Sakhwa's historic act of freeing people suffering under debt, driven by a spirit of public welfare, had set a high standard of service, philanthropy and social responsibility in Nepali society.
He said the humanitarian path shown by Sakhwa remained equally inspiring and exemplary for the country's national life.
The Vice President wished that the indigenous calendar would promote mutual trust, social harmony, cooperation, peace and a spirit of collective effort among all Nepalis.
