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IN PICTURES: Janai Purnima being observed at Pashupatinath Temple

KATHMANDU, August 12: Janai Purnima, one of the biggest festivals of Hindus, is being observed across the country today.
By Prasan Gurung

KATHMANDU, August 12: Janai Purnima, one of the biggest festivals of Hindus, is being observed across the country today.


On this day, Hindu men, particularly Brahmins and Chhetris perform their annual change of janai and all who celebrate put a sacred thread around their wrist.


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Here are some pictures taken by Republica Photojournalist Prasan Gurung on the premises of the Pashupatinath Temple on Friday: 


 

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