Sirarakhong Hathei Chilli Festival
On 16th September 2025, 14th Sirarakhong Hathei Chilli Festival was inaugurated at Sirarakhong village, Ukhrul district, Manipur.
Key Points
- Theme for 2025: ‘A Heritage of Blessing’.
- This annual event celebrates the Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Hathei Chilli, a unique and indigenous chilli variety cultivated by the Tangkhul Naga tribe.
- The festival was organised under the broader framework of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, a nationwide initiative to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence and promote local heritage.
- This festival is not merely a cultural celebration but also a platform to promote agro-entrepreneurship, GI-based branding, tribal empowerment, and national integration.
- It highlights the importance of conserving ....
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