Gaan Ngai festival of the Zeliangrong community

In Manipur, the Gaan Ngai festival of the Zeliangrong community was celebrated on January 4, 2023.

About Gaan Ngai festival

  • The Gaan Ngai festival is one of the major festivals of Manipur which is celebrated every year after harvesting.
  • The festival also marks the end of the year when the farmers have stored their foodgrain in their ganeries.
  • During the festival, the Zeliarong community shows their gratitude by offering to the almighty a good harvest and praying for a better and prosperous life in the coming year.
  • The Zeliarong community in Manipur comprises Rongmei, Liangmei, and Zeme tribes.

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