why do thousands gather in biratnagar?

Thousands of devotees gather in Biratnagar to take part in the historic Radha Krishna Rath Yatra. The tradition began back in 1988 BS as the 'Khat Yatra' and features a massive 9-kilometer chariot procession through the city. With over 300,000 devotees often expected to attend, the event marked its 59th edition in September 2026, where organizers notably banned DJ sounds and directed donations toward flood relief support.