KATHMANDU: A month-long festival is set to begin in Swayambhu tomorrow, with all preparations completed. The Swayambhu Management and Conservation Mahasamiti is expecting a large turnout of around 500,000 devotees, both local and international, due to recent renovations of the historic site.

Ashok Buddhacharya, the general secretary of the Mahasamiti, announced that makeshift tent shops have been cleared to enhance visitor convenience. The festival is anticipated to draw significant crowds, reflecting the site’s increased appeal following its reconstruction.