Yaosang Festival 2025 - Holi Celebration in Manipur with Sports
Yaosang, one of Manipur's popular festivals, takes place on the full moon day of Phalguna and is one of the north-eastern state's most important festivals.
Date | Day | Festival Name |
14 & 15 March 2025 | Friday & Saturday | Yaosang |
What is Yaosang?
Yaosang, also known as the "Holi of Manipur," is a significant festival celebrated in the state of Manipur. It is a combination of folk and Hindu traditions and is celebrated for five days in spring, meaning it is normally celebrated in late February or March. In Manipur, the second day of Yaosang is a public holiday.
Traditions of Yaosang
The Meitei people, Manipur's biggest ethnic group, observe Yaosang. Yaosang and Holi fall on the same day and are very similar, like the lighting of fire the night before.
Yaosang has been celebrated for three centuries and is developed from a tribal agricultural celebration to include Hindu cultures. Donations are provided by the locals to conduct the festivities.
The Thabal Chongba dance is the main attraction of Yaosang. It is a traditional dance of Manipur, where young boys and girls create a circle and dance while holding hands. Apart from this, traditional sports such as horse riding and wrestling are given equal importance.
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FAQs on Yaosang 2025
- On what days are Yaosang celebrated in 2025?
In 2025 Yaosang is celebrated on 14 & 15 March, Friday & Saturday.
- What is the name of the dance that is performed at festival?
Thabal Chongba is the dance that is performed at festival.
- Does any other festival fall on the same day as Yaosang?
Yes, Holi falls on the same day as Yaosang.
- Is Yaosang a public holiday in Manipur?
The second day of Yaosang is a public holiday in Manipur.
- What traditional sports are conducted during Yaosang?
Horse riding and wrestling are some of the traditional sports that are conducted during Yaosang.
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