KATHMANDU, June 30: The National Paddy Day is being observed today across the country.
National Paddy Day being observed today

It is celebrated annually on Asadha 15 as per the Nepali calendar. It holds a great significance for the common people since the national economy is dominated by agriculture. Asadha 15 marks the beginning of paddy plantation in monsoon season in Nepal.
Photos by: Madhusudan Guragain/ Panauti