Nepal Celebrates 70th Democracy Day

The Nepali Government has celebrated 70th National Democracy Day on a grand scale across the country on February 19, 2020.

On this occasion, a special programme was organized at Army Pavilion Tundikhel in Kathmandu.

Delegates at the Ceremony are

• President Bidya Devi Bhandari
• Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli
• Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher JB Rana
• Chairperson of the National Assembly Ganesh Prasad Timilsina
• Speaker of the House of Representatives Agni Prasad Sapkota
• Chief of Army Staff Purna Chandra Thapa

Nepali Ministers, members of the HoR and NA and other high-ranking authorities were also present at the ceremony.

The celebrations featured march-past by security personnel, band performances, cultural dances and music.

A helicopter carrying ’70th National Democracy Day-2076′ banner showered flower petals over the venue premises.

“We have been gathered here today to remember and honor the important day, which was engraved in history as a result of the sacrifices and struggles of the people,” said PM Oli while delivering a speech.

He motivated the youngsters to honor the nation’s civilization, culture, history and the contribution made by their ancestors for the development of the country.

Every year, the National Democracy Day is celebrated on Falgun 7 of the Nepali calendar.