Location: Mandala, Thapagaun

Time: 90 mins

Synopsis:

Jhoda, based on Ganesh Rasik’s novel Akashgangako Otmuni, explores the struggle for land ownership and political manipulation of indigenous communities in eastern Nepal. The story follows Rupama, who uncovers how political parties exploited former soldiers to transfer land to the Jhoda, only to entangle them in a relentless political battle. The play highlights how native inhabitants were reduced to squatters, how political self-interest fractured their unity, and the enduring fight for their rightful land. Through a powerful narrative, Jhoda sheds light on the indigenous perspective and their resilience against systemic dispossession. 

Start Date: March 24, 2025

End Date: March 24, 2025