• The Tiwa community of Assam recently celebrated the Langkhun Festival in Umsowai village of Karbi Anglong district. This socio-religious event is dedicated to prayers for a good Rabi harvest, where offerings are made to the gods seeking agricultural prosperity.
• Alongside rituals, the festival also features traditional music and dance, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Tiwa people.
• The Langkhun Festival holds significant importance as it blends faith, agriculture, and cultural expression. It reflects the deep agrarian roots of the Tiwa community and their reverence for nature’s blessings.