Kansakar

Kansakār (Nepali: कंसाकार) or Kasāh (कसाः) is a Nepalese caste group belonging to the Newar community of the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal.

[6] Kansakars have been traditionally based in Kel Tol in the historical section of Kathmandu where they play a major cultural role.

[8] According to the division of labour laid down from ancient times, Kansakars practiced the hereditary occupation of making utensils of bronze.

[10] Kansakars participate in the annual chariot procession of Aryavalokitesvara which is known as Jana Baha Dyah Jatra by playing long horns.

Each Urāy caste has been assigned a duty in the festival from ancient times, and Kansakars have the task of preparing and serving five types of foods.