
Mingmar Sadhana
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Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary A glimpse of Gunji (Nepali territory under occupation by India) in the beautiful Byas Valley (called Vyas by Indians).

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary Desh bhugol matra hoina. Desh tyas bhugolma rahane bibhinna jaat-jaati pani ho. Kalapani-Lipu Lek-Limpiyadhura kshetrama basobaas garne jaatiharu bare chhoto parichaya dine jamarko…

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary Sauka (Himalayan nomads) - The Sauka community, also known as the Byanshi, Byaasi or Rang (Rung) people. A Tibeto-Burman ethnic community, living in the high mountainous region of Darchula District (Nepal) & Dharchula (India) with particular concentration in the Byas (Vyas) area.

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary The Tibetan influence can clearly be discerned in their culture & language, although they also speak Nepali & Hindi. Their traditional practices have strong ties to shamanism & the ancient Bon religion. They were historically involved in cross-border trade. Also cultivate crops.

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary Mainly rice, wheat & maize. A striking characteristic of their nomadic lifestyle is seasonal migration to Khalanga (Nepal) or India to escape the cold & harsh weather condition in winter.

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary Three key villages: •Kuti village - located in the Kuti Valley traversed by the Kuti Yangdi River (called Kuthi Yankti as well). •Nabi village - located in the Byas Valley (called Vyas by Indians). Also called the gateway to Adi Kailash. *(Continued)

Pandeymonium Gaurav Dhruba H. Adhikary •Gunji village - situated along the traditional route to Mount Kailash-Manasarovar at the eastern end of the Kuti Valley, close to the confluence of two rivers. It’s a territory administered by India but claimed by Nepal. •The poor infrastructure is a significant challenge.
