POKHARA: The 21st Paddy Planting Festival, organized by the Pokhara Tourism Council, concluded with enthusiastic participation in Shishuwa, Lekhnath area of Kaski.

The annual celebration drew large numbers of domestic and international tourists, who joined locals in traditional paddy planting activities.

Pokhara Metropolitan City Mayor Dhan Raj Acharya also took part in the event, which showcased Nepal’s agricultural heritage while promoting tourism through cultural festivities.

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