Rice Plantation Day in Nepal – "Ropain Diwas" or "Asar 15"
National Rice Plantation Day, known as Dhan Diwas or Rastriya Dhan Ropai 15 Ashad, is celebrated around 29 June according to the Nepali Calendar. The Ropai diwas is a vibrant agricultural festival celebrated throughout the country, marking the start of the rice planting season.
Nepal is an agricultural country, and rice is the major food grain. It is grown in larger volumes than corn, millet, and wheat. The monsoon begins from June/July in Nepal, making the land ready for plantation. Farmers believe that starting the plantation day on 15th Ashad will lead fruitful harvest.
Since morning, villagers and families have gathered in the muddy plantation field for seeding together. First, they divide their duties for the day like, making the muddy field plain, some make a little bar on the side of the field to collect the water for paddy, some come with an ox to plough the field and make the area softer and muddy. Once the area is plain and men and women gather to plant rice seeds. They sing a Nepali folk song called Ashare Bhaka to keep their spirit high. At the same time, they splash the mud and muddy water on each other, making the Ropai fun. Once they finish the plantation, they are served beaten rice and yogurt (Dahi and Chura and banana) as a snack will be offered by the landlord.
Rice Plantation Day in Nepal is more than an agricultural tradition; it’s a celebration of good work, community, and culture. By blending tradition with tourism innovation, Nepal has the opportunity to attract visitors even during the monsoon season, offering them a unique hands-on cultural experience they’ll never forget.
Whether you're drawn to the golden hues of autumn or the vibrant blossoms of spring, Global Eco Trails invites you to experience the magic of Nepal year-round. During the monsoon months, join us for an authentic cultural experience—rice paddy planting with local communities, a joyful and immersive activity that connects you with Nepal’s agricultural traditions.
At the same time, you can explore stunning rain shadow regions that remain dry and ideal for trekking even in the monsoon. Treks like the Upper Mustang Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek, and Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek are perfect summer adventures, offering dramatic landscapes, rich culture, and fewer crowds. Global Eco Trails invites you to see Nepal differently—beyond the usual seasons, into a deeper experience.
You can experience such live activities to this day in Nepal. Moreover, such activities are perfect if you want to experience the local culture and lifestyle in Nepal. Get around to see Tea and coffee plantations, Farm stay, Homestay, participatory farming activities, honey hunting, and dairy farming activities. Nepal is famous for such Adventure tourism.
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