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  From left to right, the sequence includes Janai Laharo, Betlauri, Jolte Nivuwa, Belauti, Kukuradaino, (Photo courtesy: Dodharaj Regmi, Myagdi-7, Setthumki, Pipalchaur, Tanahun). Today is Saune Sankranti, the day when the Sun enters the Cancer zodiac sign from Gemini. According to traditional beliefs, on this day, a ritual called "Kandar" is performed, where an eggplant is broken, and it is believed to bring relief from skin diseases, infections, and other ailments related to the skin. The ritual is performed after the puja of a deity named "Ratrichar," and it is believed to be effective against skin problems for the entire year. During the ritual, various items are gathered, including Kukuradaino (a type of plant), Ratapate (a medicinal herb), Makarkanchi (a type of herb), Betlauri, Janai Laharo, dried leaves of certain plants, Jolte Nivuwa, Jolte Belauti, and various other plant materials. After the puja, the broken eggplant is used for applications on the skin t...

Historical Context of Kichakavadha and Its Geographical Location During the Mahabharata era, Virata, the king of Viratnagar, ruled a kingdom. The king appointed Kichaka as his commander. The Pandavas, in disguise, lived in the court of Virata under various false identities. Draupadi, among the Pandavas, attracted the attention of Kichaka, who was powerful but had an immoral character. When Draupadi rejected Kichaka's advances, a conflict arose, leading to Bhima confronting Kichaka. Bhima defeated Kichaka, avenging Draupadi's humiliation. Historical Naming of Kichakavadha: After the victory over Kichaka, Bhima dug a pond at the same location, and he bathed in that pond to wash away the blood from the battle. The spot where Bhima is believed to have fought with Kichaka and created the pond is commemorated, and the pond is known as Kichakavadh. The name signifies the historical event of Bhima defeating Kichaka. Geographical Location: Kichakavadh is located in Wards 2 and 3 of Bhad...