Bhaitika auspicious hour set for 11:07 am on Nov 11

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee has announced 11:07 am on Wednesday, November 11, as the auspicious time for observing Bhaitika, the main ritual of the Tihar festival.

Committee Chairperson Prof. Dr. Purushottam Bhattarai said that the auspicious time for receiving Bhaitika had been fixed for 11:07 am. On this occasion, brothers and sisters traditionally exchange tika and blessings.

According to the committee, there are no strict astrological restrictions on receiving tika in the afternoon. However, state dignitaries have been advised to observe the ritual at the designated auspicious time.