- Today, the Chapchar Kut festival of Mizoram began at Assam Rifles Ground in Aizawl. It is one of the biggest and most important festivals of Mizos.
- On the occasion, The State Art & Culture Minister of Mizoram R. Lalzirliana welcomed all Mizos people to participate in this festival.
- About Chapchar Kut,
- It is the most popular spring festival, which had been started in 1450-1700 A.D in Suaipui village. It was firstly revived in 1962 in Aizawl (Capital of Mizoram).
- Highlights of Chapchar Kut Festival,
- In this festival, Traditional bamboo dance 'Cheraw' and other dances will be performed. It attracts thousands of people from across the state.
- The Theme of the festival is 'Promotion of Mizos' culture and moral code'.
- This festival also includes an exhibition based on Painting, Photo, Handloom, and Handicraft.
- About Mizoram,
i) Governor - P. S. Sreedharan Pillai.
ii) Chief Minister - Zoramthanga.
iii) Deputy Chief Minister - Tawnluia.
Published On : 06 Mar 2020
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