Tharus begin preparations for Maghi festival

By Abinash Chaudari,Dhangadhi, Jan. 6: People of the Tharu community in Kailali and several districts have started preparations to mark the Maghi festival. The Tharus celebrate the Maghi, their biggest festival, with much fanfare on the first day of the Magh (15th January this year). The festival also marks the beginning of the New Year of the Tharus.