“A multi-tribes state very rich in folk songs, music and dances”: Festivals that promote intercultural connections (February) – Arunachal Pradesh

[…] “Arunachal Pradesh being a multi-tribes state is very rich in folk songs, music and dances. However, the resonance of folk music and such performances are diminishing owing to the adoption of modern culture into our everyday life,” the deputy chief minister said.

The decision to organise the festival has been taken to revive the essence of the state’s indigenous culture and to promote the state’s tribal folk songs, music and dances, Mein said.

The deputy chief minister pointed out that there is a need to showcase Arunachal Pradesh’s folk heritage to a larger audience outside the state, in a bid to foster stronger connections with the culture, language, music and dances of the other states of India under the broader vision of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’.

Source: “Arunachal to hold folk music festival in Feb”, The Week, 6 January 2024
URL: https://www.theweek.in/wire-updates/national/2024/01/06/ces4-ar-music-festival.html
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The Digaru Mishmis are one of the ancient tribes of Arunachal Pradesh. […]

Tamladu Festival is prayer that is offered to the God of Earth and the God of Water. The tribal people believe in nature worship and according to their belief, nature protects them from natural calamities. The supreme god of the tribe is Lord Jebmalu. Jebmalu is worshipped for the welfare of the people and crops and domestic animals.

Tamladu festival is observed in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. The festival is celebrated on the 15th of February. The festival creates a wonderful ambience and invites everyone to take part in the occasion and make it magnificent one. Tamladu festival is one of the oldest festivals in Arunachal Pradesh. […]

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Fairs and Festivals in Arunachal Pradesh

[…] Many of the festivals celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh are closely linked to agriculture, the main occupation of the state. Celebrated on a grand scale, these festivals are characterized by prayers that are later followed by merry making. Among the most popular festivals of Arunachal Pradesh are Ziro Festival of Music , Losar Festival, Tamladu Festival, Sangken Festival. […]

Arunachal Pradesh is home to a good number of tribes. So you can find some festival or the other happening in Arunachal Pradesh at any time of the year. Be a part of the celebrations when you travel to Arunachal Pradesh. For this, just get in touch with us today and we will help you plan a most memorable holiday.

Source: Fairs and Festivals in Arunachal Pradesh
URL: https://www.indianholiday.com/fairs-and-festivals/arunachal-pradesh/tamladu-festival.html
Date accessed: 5 September 2018

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