US Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry has gone beyond the custom of congratulating the local festivals celebrated in Nepal and himself joins the festivities at the embassy along with the staff.
US Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry has ‘Om’ tattooed on his right hand. (Photo: Twitter/@USAmbNepal)
Diplomats of big countries in Nepal are often embroiled in controversies regarding their statements and sometimes regarding their political meetings. But US Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry has become a topic of discussion in the country for a different reason.
Being an ambassador to a Hindu majority nation, Randy Berry has gone beyond the custom of congratulating on local festivals celebrated in Nepal and himself joins the festivities at the embassy along with the staff. He also shares these moments on social media, which has made him popular among ordinary Nepali citizens.
Grateful to be back in the historic city of Janakpur and witness the vibrant celebration of Chhath festival. This wonderful place never fails to impress me, @usaidnepal Mission Director Sepahideh joined me to taste thekua and puri. #happychhath To everyone celebrating!?? pic.twitter.com/KpcDJ52AEb
— Ambassador Randy Berry (@USAmbNepal) November 10, 2021
For me Tihar is celebrating solidarity. , , , , , The US Mission family came together to share our wishes for Tihar by forming a circle at the embassy. How does your Rangoli look? #happy tihar ,@USembassyNepal @USAIDNepal , pic.twitter.com/oJ2qACEv6p
— Ambassador Randy Berry (@USAmbNepal) November 4, 2021
Last week, Randy Berry was seen celebrating the Hindu festival of Chhath Puja in Janakpur and participating in all traditional rituals. They also celebrated Diwali and Dussehra in the embassy by lighting lamps and making rangolis.
Ambassador Randy Berry also has a tattoo of ‘Om’ on his right hand.
Currently, the US ambassador to Nepal is in Rara Tal, a tourist destination that most foreign tourists are not aware of. Seeing the tourism potential in Rara Tal, Berry visited the site with the Australian Ambassador.
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