Kanchanpur, Dec 19: A public holiday has been declared across the Sudurpaschim province today on the occasion of the Bhuwa parba or festival. Bhuwa parba is an original and historic cultural festival observed in the province.A decision of the Sudurpaschim Province Government Cabinet today announced that all government offices and public institutions in the province will be closed.This festival, which is celebrated with special significance particularly in Bajura, Bajhang and Achham, is associated with the legend of the Mahabharata epic during the Dwapara Yuga.According to religious beliefs, this festival is celebrated in joy of the victory that the Pandavas achieved...