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run by electricity or by diesel, etc. The electric mixer grinder is similar to Janto and
Okhal-Musli and Lohoro Silauto. The blades for grinding are prepared from iron. In
this system, blade grinds cereals and flour is collected in a pot which is made up of
iron.

Sister, when I see all these local technologies I wish to thank our ancestors. They
were very intelligent. They used their knowledge and skills to make life easier. These
skills are transformed from one generation to another. We use Nanglo (winnowing
tray), Doko, Dalo, Thunse (bamboo basket), etc. These tools simplify our daily life.
Pottery depicting particular culture of an ethnic group living in Nepal. Some other
technologies are Tuin, leg water pump, etc. These local technologies have assisted
Nepalese lifestyle in many ways.
Now, I will tell you the importance of local technologies, Listen to me carefully:

Local technology has helped in upgrading lifestyle of people.
It has positive impact on the productivity.
It has made the life easier and more comfortable.
Local technology transforms life from complexity to simplicity.
It is eco-friendly.
It is the base for development of modern technology.
It saves time and energy.
It gives proud feelings to get legacy of our fore fathers and our traditional
richness.
It helps to promote cultural identity and promote tourism.
Sister, I miss Dhakane made by mother. Gundruk, Sinki, Masyaura are my ever time
favourite. The taste of Mohi (whey) made in Dhiri (bamboo vessel) give heavenly
feelings specially in summer. Are you using the same Surahi (clay pot) which I brought
from haat bazar? In Kathmandu people use a refrigerator to drink cold water.

I hope you understood many things from this letter about the use of local technologies,
knowledge and skills. If you got any confusion then don’t hesitate to ask me.

Please convey my Dhog to Aama and Baba and love to our younger brother.

Your brother
Rupen

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