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What is Kushe Aunsi?

Kushe Aunsi, also known as Buwa Ko Mukh Herne Din or Gokarna Aunsi, is Nepal’s Father’s Day — a day to honor fathers with love, gifts, and blessings. Unlike the international Father’s Day, Kushe Aunsi follows the lunar calendar, so its date changes every year. This year, it falls on ७ भदौ २०८२ (August 23, 2025).

Cultural Significance of Nepali Father's Day

The name "Kushe Aunsi" comes from the tradition of bringing home the holy Kush grass on this day, symbolizing purity and protection. Families gather to express love and gratitude towards their fathers, offering food, clothes, and blessings. Rituals often include visiting temples like Gokarneshwor Mahadev in Kathmandu to pray for fathers, both living and deceased.

How Nepalis Abroad Celebrate

For migrant workers and Nepalis living abroad in UAE, Saudi, Australia, UK, Europe, Kushe Aunsi can be bittersweet. They may be thousands of kilometers away but stay connected through phone calls, video chats, and sending gifts or money home. These gestures bridge the physical distance and carry emotional warmth.

Why People Send Money on Kushe Aunsi

• Buying gifts for fathers — clothes, sweets, puja items
• Covering medical expenses
• Supporting household needs
• Donating in the father’s name

City Express Money Transfer: Making Your Love Reach Home Faster

With City Express, you can send money instantly to any bank account or City Pay Wallet in Nepal. Your father receives it the same day — perfect for gifting on Kushe Aunsi. Enjoy lower fees, a trusted network, and fast transfers.

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How to Send Money Home This Kushe Aunsi

1. Visit a City Express partner location abroad or download the City Pay app.
2. Enter your father’s details (bank account or wallet).
3. Confirm the amount and send instantly.

Find your country's nearest partner location here.

Even if you can’t be there in person, your love can be. Let City Express deliver it safely and instantly to your father this Kushe Aunsi.

FAQ

When is Nepali Father’s Day in 2025?

This year it’s on ७ भदौ २०८२ (August 23, 2025).

Can I send money instantly to my father in Nepal?

Yes, City Express offers instant transfers to bank accounts and City Pay Wallet.

What if my father doesn’t use a smartphone?

He can collect cash from any City Express payout location across Nepal.

How much does it cost to send money from UAE to Nepal?

Fees are competitive — click here for transaction fees.

How to check if the money has been received?

You can track your transaction on real time  or by contacting our support team.