Urban Dabali : Medieval Urbanism and Architectural Heritage of Mithila/ Tirhut(Session 5)
The fifth session of the Urban Dabali series titled “Medieval Urbanism and Architectural Heritage of Mithila/Tirhut”was held on 29 May 2026 at Universal Engineering and Science College, Chakupat, Lalitpur. Jointly organized by the Centre for Integrated Urban Development (CIUD) and Helvetas Nepal, the session focused on the historical, architectural, and cultural significance of the Mithila/Tirhut region and the need for greater recognition and conservation of its heritage. The program began with opening remarks by Ms. Rija Joshi, Executive Director of CIUD, who emphasized the importance of understanding and preserving Nepal’s diverse cultural heritage. Mr. Sudarshan Rajbhandari, Program Director of CIUD, introduced the Urban Dabali platform and explained its role in creating dialogue on urban development, heritage, planning, and related issues. The participants of the session included researchers, heritage professionals, students, urban…