by Nepali youths and was very popular between the 1980s and 1990s when modern toys and games were not available. Dandi biyo is one of many such games that were locally developed in rural areas reflecting use of local tools and techniques. In the context of modern games, dandi biyo is close to cricket. The player can be compared to the "batsman" and the other players to the "fielders". The Dandi Biyo Association was established about two decades ago as the sport's governing body. A dandi biyo event happens every year on the occasion of Public Service Day, which falls in the first week of September. Tip-cat is a similar British game, and gillidanda is a similar Indian game. See also Tip-cat Gillidanda Chungi References External links "Save Dandi Biyo" Sport in Nepal Cultural history of Nepal Sports originating in South Asia