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(Banduk)Guns and the Limbu Community [Limbu Culture] Yakthung Culture


 

**Guns and the Limbu Community [Limbu Culture] Yakthung Culture**  


In the past, when there was no access to modern communication methods, the Limbu community used the sound of gunfire to exchange news. A single gunshot was understood to convey bad news or the occurrence of a death, while multiple consecutive gunshots (two to four) signaled good news or a celebratory event like a wedding.  


The decade-long People's War significantly impacted this tradition. During this period, all guns in the villages were confiscated overnight by the Maoists. Many guns were hidden for 9-10 years out of fear of the Maoists and the police administration. As a result, the use of guns in the Limbu community became rare, and the tradition nearly disappeared.  


However, the good news is that this Limbu cultural tradition, which reflects the community's identity, is being revived. The traditional use of guns during times of joy and sorrow is being reintroduced in the Limbu community.  


Thus, the relationship between guns and the Limbu community is deeply intertwined with the history and development of the Limbu people. Even today, this living tradition can be seen and felt as a vibrant part of Limbu culture.  


**Nugen Sewaro**  

**Limbu's Kingdom - Yakthung Laje 👑**  

#we_love_our_limbu_culture 🙏  


[**Bibas Hangshorong Limbu**]

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