Prithvi Jayanti पृथ्वी जयन्ती

Prithvi Jayanti (पृथ्वी जयन्ती) is a day celebrated in Nepal to honor King Prithvi Narayan Shah, the unifier of Nepal. Observed on Poush 27 in the Nepali calendar (usually mid-January in the Gregorian calendar), it commemorates his contribution to the creation of a unified and sovereign Nepal. Known as the "Father of the Nation," Prithvi Narayan Shah played a pivotal role in consolidating several small principalities into a single nation-state.

This day is marked by patriotic events, cultural programs, and tributes to his legacy. People express their gratitude for his vision of a strong, independent Nepal. His famous quote, "Nepal is a garden of four castes and thirty-six sub-castes," emphasizes unity in diversity.