​Ningol Chakkouba Festival

On 3rd November, 2024, Ningol Chakkouba festival was held with religious fervour and gaiety across the State of Manipur.

  • The festival is held every year on the second day of the lunar month of Hiyangei of the Meitei calendar.

Main Traditions Observed during Ningol Chakkouba

  • Invitations: Ningol means ‘married woman’ and Chakouba means ‘invitation for feast’; so the festival is the one where the married women are invited to their parents’ home for a feast by the brothers, using betel leaves as a traditional invitation method.
  • Attire and Gifts: On the festival day, Ningols wear their finest traditional attire and bring sweets ....
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