¨
Manipur
celebrated the Chavang Kut festival on 1 November.
¨ This festival is observed to thank the
almighty for a good harvest season.
¨ The festival marks end of the harvesting
season.
¨ The festival is primarily celebrated by the
Chin-Kuki-Mizo communities across Manipur and other parts of Northeast India.
¨ Chavang Kut is held every year on November 1.
¨ The celebration includes traditional dances,
folk music, indigenous sports, and other cultural performances.
¨ Due to its cultural significance, Chavang Kut
was officially declared a state holiday in 1982.
¨
Manipur
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla extended greetings to the people on the occasion.