IN PICS: Bhanu Jayanti being observed today

KATHMANDU, July 13: Bhanu Jayanti is being celebrated by the Nepalese community all over the world with a whole lot of grandeur and pomp. 

The day commemorates the birth anniversary of the great poet Bhanubhakta Acharya. Known as the adikavi, Bhanubhakta Acharya is celebrated for his contribution to the Nepali language and literature. 

A garland ceremony was held at Nepal Academy Hall this morning in the presence of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba to pay tribute to Bhanubhakta Acharya. 

Here are some pictures taken by Ratopati photojournalist Subhash Shrestha during the ceremony:


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