Nepal, Oct. 21 -- Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said that Dashain brings together people from all walks of life, communities and regions, strengthening unity and harmony in Nepal's geographically, culturally and linguistically diverse society.

In his greetings message on the occasion of Bada Dashain, also known as Bijaya Dashami, today, the country's biggest festival, PM Shah said the festival offers an opportunity to reconnect with friends and relatives after years of separation and renew cherished bonds of affection.

Extending his heartfelt wishes to Nepalis at home and abroad for happiness, peace, prosperity and continued progress, the prime minister called for collective efforts to root out corruption, poor governance, bureaucra...