 Buṅga Dyaḥ is also known as "Raktalokitesvara Karunamaya" and Rāto Machhindranāth and is revered as the giver of rain.The name Rato Machhendranath means Red Machhendranath in a reference to the color of the deity's image.The chariot festival is held according to the lunar calendar, so the date is changeable.