The festival reminds the country of the high place traditionally accorded to women in the Indian society, the vice president said.
PM Modi on Saturday greeted the people on the occasion of Onam festival celebration.
A heart rending melodious folk song item was presented by the visiting Jessami village council elders.
Villagers in Chingjaroi pray for good rain and rich harvest as they celebrate Khamor Angkhui, one of the biggest festival in the region.
IFP EDITORIAL: Sajibu Nongma Panba is a celebration of the Meitei New Year in which offerings of food were made to sylvan deities and spirits to take away the bad things, diseases and whatever to give away for good things to come in the New Year.
Ritual activities will be allowed after permission at Cheiraoching, Thangmeiband; Pishum Chinga and Singjamei.
Hun festival is celebrated by the Thadou tribe in Manipur to mark the germination and sprouting of seeds sown in the fields that brings forth new lease of life and hope.
Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and following the safety measures and restrictions imposed by the government for the welfare of all, the celebration this time around is low key. However, here are seven fascinating facts about the festival. Know all about it.
Manipur CM N Biren and his ministers extend greetings on Ima Imoinu Iratpa day
Magh Bihu festival of Assam is celebrated every year to mark the end of the harvest season
Ambient sound record in Imphal surpasses permitted level
Although the festival of Ningol Chakkouba is originally observed by the Meitei community, it now extends to other communities in the state as well.
The state leaders called for peace, harmony and unity among the diverse communities of the state on the occasion.
Various folk artistes performed during the festival which included songs, Pung Cholom (roar of the drums) and others.
