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When is Ghatasthapana (Dashain) 2026?
Ghatasthapana (Dashain) 2026 is on Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Nepal.
Ghatasthapana marks the first day of Dashain, Nepal's longest and most important festival, with the ritual planting of sacred jamara seedlings.
See October 11 on the world mapGhatasthapana (Dashain) 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | October 11Sunday |
Questions about Ghatasthapana (Dashain)
- When is Ghatasthapana (Dashain) in 2026?
- Ghatasthapana (Dashain) is on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
- Which countries celebrate Ghatasthapana (Dashain)?
- Ghatasthapana (Dashain) is marked in 1 country: Nepal.
- Is Ghatasthapana (Dashain) a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in Nepal. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
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