Indra Jatra
NepaliAlso known as: Yosin Dyah Jatra, Festival of Indra
Indra Jatra
About Indra Jatra
Indra Jatra is celebrated for eight days in September to honour Lord Indra, the god of rain and heaven, and to mark the end of the monsoon season.
In Kathmandu, the festival is marked by the erection of a tall wooden pole (Yosin) in Durbar Square and the procession of the living goddess Kumari.
The festival includes the display of masks of Bhairav and other deities, traditional music, and the performance of sacred dances.
Indra Jatra also commemorates the goddess Dagini and the departed souls of the past year, blending celebration with remembrance.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The festival involves eight days of celebrations rather than strict fasting.
- Participate in the erection of the Yosin pole.
- Witness the procession of the living goddess Kumari.
- View the masks of Bhairav and other deities.
- Enjoy traditional music and sacred dances.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Witness the erection of the Yosin pole.
- Participate in the Kumari procession.
- View the Bhairav masks and sacred dances.
- Offer prayers to Lord Indra for rain and prosperity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Yosin is a tall wooden pole erected in Durbar Square during Indra Jatra, honouring Lord Indra.
The Kumari is a pre-pubescent girl worshipped as the living embodiment of the goddess Taleju.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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