Dashain means happiness and meeting families after a long time and receiving and giving blessings, for many Dashain could also mean ‘dasha’. But they are not going to let anything dampen their celebration. Following a fixed budget, being conscientious and spending in a smart way are how they are going to make sure that this Dashain is good for themDashain is the longest and most auspicious festival of Nepali people. For each and every Nepali, Dashain has remained that one time of the year when all sorrows, griefs and hardships are forgotten, and togetherness and happiness are celebrated. But these days, Dashain has become more obligatory rather than celebratory and has become materialistic and an occasion to show off. I simply don’t experience the same kind of excitement we did when we were children.