"With only sons, there is a wait on who will call for us for tika": Bhaitika in Australia

Nepalese women pay respects to their brothers on the occasion of Bhai Tika - brothers' worship - on the last day of the Hindu festival of Tihar in Kathmandu on October 30, 2008.

Nepalese observe Bhai Tika, during which sisters pay respect to their brothers and wish them a safe and good life, on the fifth and final day of the Tihar Festival. Source: AFP / PRAKASH MATHEMA/AFP via Getty Images

For some, it is a big family celebration, while for others, it is a virtual get-together. Listen to how Nepalis in Australia enjoy Bhaitika.



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