Seto Machhendranath, the god of rain and good times, chariot procession begins

The chariot procession of Seto Machhendranath, the god of rain and good times, has begun with adherence to safety protocol.

The towing of the chariot began from Keltol and was brought to Tindhara Pathshala, Durbarmarg yesterday.

The chariot management committee informed that everyone attending the chariot procession had to wear a mask. The health department of Kathmandu Metropolis had managed the free distribution of masks for the participants.

Committee coordinator Nilkaji Shakya told RSS that discussion held with the participation of Kathmandu Metropolis Mayor Bidya Sundar Shakya, representatives of  Guthi Sansthan, priest of Seto Machhendranath, culture experts decided to conduct the chariot procession by maintaining safety measures as use of mask and social distancing.