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Nepal National Anthem History

Sayaun Thunga Phulka · सयौँ थुँगा फूलका

Nepal adopted "Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka" on August 3, 2007, following the 2006 revolutions that ended the monarchy. It was chosen through a public contest to replace the former pro-monarchy anthem.

Nepal Sayaun Thunga Phulka

Nepal

Language
Nepali
Anthem
Sayaun Thunga Phulka
Duration
1:10
Status
Today, "Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka" remains Nepal's national anthem, though it is often associated with the Maoist government, with some even desiring a more revolutionary alternative.

History timeline

  1. 2006

    Revolutions against the monarchy prompt a nationwide contest to find a new national anthem for Nepal.

  2. Before Aug 2007

    Pradeep Kumar Rai's lyrics are selected from 1,272 submissions to become Nepal's new national anthem.

  3. Before Aug 2007

    Rai was repeatedly vetted by authorities to confirm he was not a monarchist, due to a past poetic connection to the king.

  4. August 3, 2007

    "Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka" is officially adopted as Nepal's new national anthem.

Lyricist Pradeep Kumar Rai was extensively interviewed by authorities to prove he was not a monarchist, simply because he once edited a book of poetry that included a submission from the former king.