New Delhi: The North East Festival is an important event for the promotion of tourism in the northeastern states. It helps to raise awareness of the region's unique culture and attractions. The festival also provides a platform for the northeastern states to showcase their products and services to a wider audience.In a bid to explore the hidden facts and beauty of the North East Area, the much awaited North East Festival begins in a impressive function in the capital. During an autumn of focus on North East India, where New Delhi has witnessed several specific small windows to the region, North East Festival 2013, opens the complete North East India to people of the Capital.
The IGNCA ground turned a colorful arena as all the performer from the eight states showcased their traditional dance in the capital.
The North East Festival of India is a cultural festival that showcases the diverse culture and traditions of the northeastern states of India. It is held annually in New Delhi, the capital of India. The festival was first held in 2013, and it has been growing in popularity ever since.
The North East Festival is a great opportunity to learn about the rich culture of the northeastern states. There are performances of traditional music and dance, displays of handicrafts and artifacts, and food stalls serving regional cuisine. The festival also features a number of workshops and seminars on topics related to the northeastern region.
The dance performances included, Wangla dance, Manipuri Dholchalam, Tripura Labang Bumoni, Sikkim, Arunachal and Mizoram. Drums, dhols and many more instruments used for the traditional performances and more.
Here are some of the most important festivals celebrated in the North East of India:
Bihu (Assam):
The Bihu is the most important festival in Assam. It is a three-day festival that celebrates the Assamese New Year. The first day is called Bohag Bihu, which marks the beginning of spring. The second day is called Kati Bihu, which is a time for farmers to celebrate the harvest. The third day is called Magh Bihu, which is a time for feasting and merrymaking.
Moatsu Mong (Nagaland):
The Moatsu Mong is a festival celebrated by the Ao Naga tribe of Nagaland. It is a festival of love and fertility. The festival is celebrated in the month of May, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as singing, dancing, and feasting.
Lui-ngai-ni (Nagaland & Manipur):
The Lui-ngai-ni is a festival celebrated by the Tangkhul Naga tribe of Nagaland and the Manipuri people of Manipur. It is a festival of fire. The festival is celebrated in the month of December, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as bonfires, folk dances, and music.
Ambubachi Mela (Assam):
The Ambubachi Mela is a festival celebrated in the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. It is a festival of the goddess Kamakhya. The festival is celebrated in the month of June, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as bathing in the holy waters of the Brahmaputra River, and offering prayers to the goddess Kamakhya.
Saga Dawa (Sikkim):
The Saga Dawa is a Buddhist festival celebrated in Sikkim. It is a festival of the Buddha's enlightenment. The festival is celebrated in the month of May, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as prayers, meditation, and feasting.
Losar Festival (Arunachal Pradesh):
The Losar Festival is a Tibetan Buddhist festival celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh. It is a festival of the Tibetan New Year. The festival is celebrated in the month of February, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as prayers, dances, and feasting.
Hornbill Festival (Nagaland):
The Hornbill Festival is a festival celebrated in Nagaland. It is a festival of the Naga tribes. The festival is celebrated in the first week of December, and it features a number of traditional activities, such as dances, music, and food.
These are just a few of the many festivals celebrated in the North East of India. Each festival is unique and reflects the rich culture and traditions of the region. The North East Festival of India is a great opportunity to learn about these festivals and to experience the diversity of the northeastern states.
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