In Afghanistan, British Gurkha troops celebrated Dashain the traditional way, with customary tika (made from vermilion powder, yougurt and rice grains) and blessing from the elders. "The Gurkhas set-up a small temple in each of their Patrol Bases for weekly worship and blessings.
En Afghanistán, las tropas británicas Gurkha celebraron la manera tradicional de Dashain, con tika tradicional (hecha de polvo bermellón, yogurt y granos de arroz) y bendecidos por los mayores.