Kathmandu. The Paddy Day, celebrated every year on Asar 15, is being observed today by working in the fields and eating Dahi Chiura. Farmers, tired from the busyness of work, eat Dahi Chiura to gain strength. It is believed that Dahi Chiura cools the body and conserves energy during this time.Asar 15 is also considered a festival of eating Dahi Chiura in Nepali society. Nepalis engaged in professions and businesses other than farming also celebrate Asar 15 by eating Dahi Chiura. Dahi holds an important place in our culture. There is a tradition of mixing Dahi and Akshata, applying it...