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  According to a “ Most Common Languages Spoken at Home in Greater Harrisburg ” list, there are 3,863 households in this region where the primary language spoken at home is listed as “ Nepali, Marathi, or other Indic languages ”.   For the central part of the region (Dauphin County (Central) – Harrisburg City & Colonial Park PUMA, PA) the data indicate 4,079 households reported speaking “Nepali, Marathi, or Other Indic Languages” as the non-English language at home.   Interpretation / estimate: These figures don’t give the exact count of individuals speaking Nepali, nor strictly the count where Nepali is the sole non-English language, but they do provide a reasonable base. If we assume that on average ~2-3 people live in each such household, the number of Nepali-speaking individuals could be on the order of 8,000 to 12,000+ in the households category. Moreover other sources suggest a much larger community: for example community organisations estimate ~30,000 ...

  In Nepal, Diwali is celebrated as Tihar, also known as Deepawali or Yamapanchak . It is one of the most vibrant and cherished festivals in the country, observed for five days. Typically, it falls in late October or early November according to the Nepali lunar calendar ( Kartik month ). Each day of Tihar honors distinct animals, deities, and the harmonious relationship between humans and nature, setting it apart from the Indian version of Diwali. Here is a detailed overview of how Tihar is celebrated across the five days: Day 1: Kaag Tihar Dedicated to crows and ravens, believed to be messengers of death and harbinger of negative news, Kaag Tihar involves offering food to these birds early in the morning to ward off sorrow and negativity from homes. Day 2: Kukur Tihar Dogs, revered for their loyalty and service, are honored during Kukur Tihar. They are adorned with tika, flower garlands (mala), and provided with special food. This day celebrates the sacred bond between...