Nepal’s calendar gives Chhath one day. The festival takes five

Nepal’s calendar gives Chhath one day. The festival takes five

A single national holiday leaves Madheshi, Tharu and other observers to negotiate time off for a five-day tradition with a 36-hour fast.

kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/11/12/nepal-s-calendar-gives-chhath-one-day-the-festival-takes-five