‘I get emotional seeing people selflessly fast for others!': Chhath in Australia

Community members at a Chhath event at the Australian Nepali Multicultural Centre (ANMC) on Monday, 27 October 2025.

Nepali community members in Chhath Festival at Australian Nepalese Multicultural Centre on Monday, 27 October 2025. Credit: SBS Nepali

How did you celebrate Chhath this year? SBS Nepali spoke to participants at a Chhath event organised by the Nepalese Madhesi Community in Victoria (NMCV) at the Australian Nepali Community Centre (ANMC) on Monday, 27 October. Listen to their festive experiences and reflections on Chhath, as well as recent Dashain and Tihar celebrations.


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Disclaimer: We would like to inform you that the opinions expressed in the segment are those of the talents themselves.

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