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Sajibu Nongma Panba – Traditional Meitei Lunar New Year Celebration
Introduction
Sajibu Nongma Panba, also known as Meitei Cheiraoba, marks the traditional New Year of the Meitei community of Manipur....
Cheiraoba – Manipuri New Year Celebrated with Feasting and Hill Climbing
Introduction
Cheiraoba is a traditional festival marking the New Year in Manipur, a beautiful state in Northeast India. This vibrant...
Introduction
The Kang Festival, also known as the Ratha Yatra of Manipur, is a prominent religious festival celebrated by the Meitei community of Manipur. It marks the annual chariot procession of Lord...
Ningol Chakouba is a cherished social festival celebrated by the Meitei community of Manipur, a northeastern state in India. This festival strengthens familial bonds and promotes unity among loved ones....
Lai Haraoba is one of Manipur’s most important and oldest festivals. It is a ritualistic festival dedicated to pleasing the traditional deities of the Meitei community. Meaning “Merry Making of the...
Yaoshang is one of Manipur’s most cherished festivals, celebrated with enthusiasm and cultural richness. Often referred to as Manipur’s version of Holi, Yaoshang is more than just a festival of colors....