KATHMANDU: Today, throughout the country, Mothers' Day is being commemorated as individuals pay tribute to their mothers. This annual tradition falls on the auspicious day of Baisakh Krishna Paksha Aunshi and is observed with great reverence and devotion.
This revered occasion is celebrated with heartfelt gestures, including the presentation of sweets and offerings to mothers as tokens of respect and gratitude. Embedded within the festival is a deep-rooted tradition of honoring mothers with sentiments of reverence and seeking their blessings.
On this day, people rise early, bathe, and worship their mothers, expressing their love and appreciation through gifts and gestures of kindness. The significance of Mothers' Day is further highlighted by its association with Matatirtha Aunsi, emphasizing the paramount importance of mothers in nurturing life and their enduring influence.
For those whose mothers have passed away, visits to places like Matatirtha in Kathmandu or Hanumanghat in Bhaktapur hold special significance, providing opportunities to pay homage to their departed loved ones. Even those residing abroad use social media platforms and telephone calls to cherish memories of their mothers on this day.
The scriptures underscore the sanctity of motherhood and birthplace, emphasizing that the mother's significance transcends even the heavens. Thus, Mothers' Day serves as a poignant reminder of the immeasurable love and sacrifices made by mothers, deserving of utmost reverence and honor.
