Reported Journalist:Zamil Shafeek
The Embassy of Nepal in Colombo hosted a traditional Tika and Jamara blessing ceremony on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, to mark the auspicious occasion of Bada Dashain 2083, also known as Vijaya Dashami.
The ceremony brought together members of the Nepali community residing in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan friends, Indian nationals, Friends of Nepal and other well-wishers, along with their families, to celebrate one of Nepal’s most significant festivals.
During the event, Mr Vijay Kumar Raut, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of Nepal to Sri Lanka, offered traditional Tika and Jamara blessings to the participants, reflecting the festival’s values of unity, family bonds, cultural identity and the triumph of good over evil.
The gathering provided an opportunity for the Nepali community living away from their homeland to reconnect with their cultural roots and celebrate the festive occasion together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Chargé d’Affaires Extends Dashain Greetings
In his message marking Bada Dashain 2083, Mr Raut extended his warmest greetings and best wishes to all Nepali nationals living in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, as well as Sri Lankan friends, the Indian community and all well-wishers.
He highlighted the deep emotional and cultural significance of Dashain, noting that the festival connects people with their roots, families and traditions, even when they are far from home.
“Even though we are far from home, we celebrate it together as one Nepali family here in Colombo,” he said.
Mr Raut also expressed his hope that Vijaya Dashami would bring happiness, peace, prosperity, good health and success to everyone. He further wished that the blessings of Goddess Durga would give people the strength to overcome challenges.
Concluding his message, he extended the traditional greeting: “Bada Dashain ko Mangalmaya Shubhkamana!”
The Embassy of Nepal in Colombo expressed its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended the ceremony and contributed to making the celebration memorable.
The event highlighted the importance of preserving cultural traditions and strengthening friendship and people-to-people ties among the Nepali community and its friends in Sri Lanka.
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