On Saturday morning, Hit Bahadur Tamang, the Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, went to the Pashupatinath Temple for darshan. This visit was timed with the occasion of opening all four doors of the temple starting from the 1st of Ashadh. It is a departure from the usual practice as previously only one door was opened early in the morning, with the other three doors opening later. This change was made to accommodate the growing number of devotees and decrease the waiting time.
Minister Tamang’s visit emphasizes the cultural and religious significance of the temple, a revered Hindu pilgrimage site in Nepal. By opening all four doors, the temple aims to make worship more accessible for all visitors. This change is expected to improve temple management and accommodate devotees, particularly as the monsoon season begins. The visit underscores the government’s dedication to religious tourism and preserving Nepal’s cultural heritage.
