Happy Kukur Tihar!

Kukur Tihar is a special day in Nepal dedicated to honoring dogs as part of the five-day Hindu festival of Tihar (also known as Deepawali). On this day, dogs—both pets and strays—are celebrated for their loyalty and companionship. People place garlands (mala) around their necks, apply a red tika (a mark on the forehead) as a sign of respect, and offer delicious foods as blessings. The festival symbolizes the deep bond between humans and dogs, who are believed to be messengers of Yama, the god of death, and guides to the afterlife in Hindu mythology. #kukurtihar #Tihar #dewali