. . NEW DELHI: Manipur’s Sangai Festival, the state’s biggest cultural event, opened in Imphal on Friday. The festival. The ten-day festival, which will run till 30 November, is named after the rare Sangai deer.The festival showcases Manipur’s traditions, handloom, food, indigenous sports, and local crafts. Every year, it brings together more than 35 tribes and communities. This year’s edition includes events across multiple venues under the theme “Where blossoms breathe harmony.” Officials said the aim is to highlight Manipur’s cultural identity and support local livelihoods.Sangai Festival 2025 Opening CeremonyManipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the 10-day festival at the Bhagya Chandra Open Air Theatre in Imphal. Addressing the gathering, he said the Sangai Festival represents resilience and social harmony. He added that the expanded format this year reflects the state’s efforts to revive the economy and support artisans, youth, and small businesses.He said the festival celebrates the idea of a “Festival of oneness” by bringing together cultural performances, crafts, indigenous dance, and traditional sports from across the hills and the valley. He acknowledged the situation of internally displaced persons and said their welfare remains a priority, pointing to ongoing rehabilitation measures. At a programme in Senapati, deputy commissioner Mamoni Doley said the festival helps the region gain national and international attention.Manipur Sangai Festival 2025- ThemeNamed after the rare Sangai deer found only in Manipur, the festival has grown since 2010 into a major platform to showcase the state’s heritage. The aim of the festival is to bring more domestic and international tourists to the state by highlighting Manipur’s diverse cultures and landscapes. It gives local artisans, weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs a chance to display their work and find new markets. The festival also promotes traditional sports like Mukna Kangjei, introduces visitors to adventure tourism, and encourages cultural exchange by inviting participants from other Indian states and abroad. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosManipur Sangai Festival 2025- ThemeSangai Festival 2025 Opening CeremonyEx-VP Jagdeep Dhankhar Breaks Silence, Calls Out Narrative Traps With Cryptic Reference To His Past’This Is How Democracy Should Work’: Shashi Tharoor’s Truth Bomb on Cong After Trump-Mamdani MeetingChina Used India-Pak Hostilities For Real-World Weapon Tests And Global Arms Sales, Says US ReportRSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Warns Civilisations Will Fade But Hindus Endure While Calling For UnityIndia Urges Stronger Global Action At UN As Navy’s 520 Rescues Spotlight Arabian Sea InstabilityAt Indo-Pacific Forum, Pakistan Claims India Endangering Peace With War Rhetoric, IWT SuspensionBravery In The Sky: The Story Of Namansh Syal, Tejas Pilot Who Died During The Dubai Airshow DisplayAustralian PM Condoles Red Fort Attack, Saudi Bus Tragedy As He Meets PM Modi During G20 Summit123PhotostoriesStep-by-step guide for growing Kiwi in your balcony gardenTomato Price Hike: 11 delicious & healthy tomato substitutes to try’Barfi’, ‘Black’ to ‘Masaan’: Bollywood films where actions speak more than words5 Signs your child may be struggling with depression and how you can helpMumbai’s Rs 100-Crore Footpath Revamp: What’s Changing on Key RoadsThe must-have vaccines every child needs: What parents shouldn’t skip9 gorgeous white animals that reflect nature’s elegance9 regional chicken dishes from across IndiaActor who lost 10 films overnight after a set accident with Amitabh Bachchan, went jobless for 6 years, is now…How Bengaluru’s Vande Bharat Sleeper Rake Aims to Transform Long-Distance Travel123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingPortland Trail Blazers vs Golden State WarriorsSavannah JamesMiami Heat vs Chicago BullsSophie CunninghamHow to get Vecna Skin in FortniteAdam FootePM ModiLebron JamesNBA CupCade Cunningham
NEW DELHI: Manipur’s Sangai Festival, the state’s biggest cultural event, opened in Imphal on Friday. The festival. The ten-day festival, which will run till 30 November, is named after the rare Sangai deer.The festival showcases Manipur’s traditions, handloom, food, indigenous sports, and local crafts. Every year, it brings together more than 35 tribes and communities. This year’s edition includes events across multiple venues under the theme “Where blossoms breathe harmony.” Officials said the aim is to highlight Manipur’s cultural identity and support local livelihoods.
Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the 10-day festival at the Bhagya Chandra Open Air Theatre in Imphal. Addressing the gathering, he said the Sangai Festival represents resilience and social harmony. He added that the expanded format this year reflects the state’s efforts to revive the economy and support artisans, youth, and small businesses.He said the festival celebrates the idea of a “Festival of oneness” by bringing together cultural performances, crafts, indigenous dance, and traditional sports from across the hills and the valley. He acknowledged the situation of internally displaced persons and said their welfare remains a priority, pointing to ongoing rehabilitation measures. At a programme in Senapati, deputy commissioner Mamoni Doley said the festival helps the region gain national and international attention.
Named after the rare Sangai deer found only in Manipur, the festival has grown since 2010 into a major platform to showcase the state’s heritage. The aim of the festival is to bring more domestic and international tourists to the state by highlighting Manipur’s diverse cultures and landscapes. It gives local artisans, weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs a chance to display their work and find new markets. The festival also promotes traditional sports like Mukna Kangjei, introduces visitors to adventure tourism, and encourages cultural exchange by inviting participants from other Indian states and abroad.
