Ali-Ai-Ligang, the spring festival of
the Mishing Tribe is the most colourful festival held every year on the first
Wednesday (Ligange lange) of the month of 'Ginmur Polo' (February-March). 'Ali'
means root, seed; 'Ai' means fruit and 'Ligang' means sow. That is why 'ceremonial'
sowing of paddy starts on this day. A dance is performed by the young boys and
girls, characterized by brisk stepping, flinging and flapping of hands and swaying
of hips reflecting youthful passion, reproductive urge and joie-de-vivre.
"Poro Aapong" or rice beer, Pork and dried fish is essential for the
feast. The festival continues for five days and during this festival certain
taboos with respect to the cutting of trees, fishing, ploughing, burning jungles
etc. are strictly observed.
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