The karnal (Nepali:à ¤Âà ¤°à ¥Âà ¤¨à ¤¾à ¤²) is a large, straight brass trumpet, over a metre long, played in parts of Northern India and Nepal. It has a prominent bell resembling a datura flower. It is used on ceremonial occasions, such as the processions of village deities. It is often included among the five instruments of the Nepali pancai baja ensemble.