Manipur’s Yaoshang festival begins

Yaoshang, Manipur's unique celebration of Holi, typically lasts for five days and commences at dusk on the full moon in the Meitei Lunar Calendar's Lamta month. This event, also known as the Burning of the Straw Hut, kicks off with a practice named "nakatheng," in which children ask their neighbors for monetary gifts. The festival's five-day duration features traditional dances like "thabal chongba" and daytime sporting events, bringing Manipur to life. All business operations, public transportation, and educational institutions halt for the duration of Yaoshang Festival.

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

  1. Yaoshang is Manipur's unique take on Holi, lasting for five days.
  2. The festival starts at dusk on the full moon of Lamta month in the Meitei lunar calendar.
  3. The event is also referred to as the Burning of the Straw Hut.
  4. Children partake in the "nakatheng" practice, soliciting their neighbours for monetary gifts.
  5. Traditional dances like "thabal chongba" and sports events take place during the festival.
  6. The celebration results in a temporary halt of all public and private activities, including businesses, transportation, and educational institutions.