KATHMANDU The Mi Pwa: Lakhe ritual has begun in Patan, starting from Gathemangal at Saugal - a powerful display meant to shield the town from negative energies. A sacred masked dancer now moves through local neighbourhoods, keeping centuries-old Newar tradition alive. What sets Patan's Lakhe apart? It blows real fire, joined by the playful Teenpakucha - a rare form found nowhere else in the Valley. Revived in 2017, it's a vibrant comeback for one of Patan's most striking cultural rituals. Follow @thehimalayantimesnews for fast, verified news. #TheHimalayanTimes #THTDigital #Patan #LakheDance #NewarCulture