Win Rs. 1 Lakh! The Official NTB Kukur Tihar Reel Contest 2026

Calling all Lokoon creators and dog lovers! If you want to showcase Nepal's unique traditions and stand a chance to win a massive cash prize, the official Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has just announced an exciting new initiative.

According to the official NTB government portal, they are hosting the Kukur Tihar Reel Contest 2026 to celebrate the unconditional love, loyalty, and companionship of our four-legged friends. The creator of the winning reel will take home a grand prize of NPR 1,00,000.

Here are the complete details and entry rules, sourced directly from the official NTB guidelines.

Official Contest Rules & How to Enter

To participate in this initiative, there are strict official guidelines you must follow to ensure your submission qualifies:

• Create an Original Reel: Capture the spirit of Kukur Tihar through your creativity and storytelling. This can range from traditional tika and marigold garlands to beautiful everyday moments shared with your dogs. Entries must be original creations. • Keep it in English: Your video reel must be in English. You can achieve this by adding English subtitles or using an English narration/voice-over. • Post and Tag: You must publish the reel on your own Instagram or Facebook account.

• Include the prescribed hashtags: #NepalFestival and #KukurTihar.

• If posting on Instagram, tag @nepaltourism.

• If posting on Facebook, tag the Nepal Tourism Board Facebook page. • Submit via Email: You need to email your video along with an accessible Google Drive link (make sure both viewing and downloading permissions are enabled) to [email protected].

Important Deadlines & Details

• Submission Deadline: All entries must be submitted by November 21, 2026. • Content Rights: Please note that the Nepal Tourism Board reserves the right to use all submitted reels for promotional, publicity, marketing, and digital communication purposes across its platforms and media channels.

Grab your camera, prepare some treats, and start filming! Give your furry friend the spotlight and share Nepal's beautiful tradition with the world.

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