Ali Aye Ligang: Mising Community Sows Seeds of Hope Across Guwahati

The rhythmic beats of ‘Gumrag’ are echoing across the city today as Guwahati celebrates Ali Aye Ligang, the vibrant spring festival of the Mising community. Major celebrations are underway at Japorigog and Shilpgram, where youth in traditional Miboo Galuk and Ege attire are performing the seed-sowing dance. Community feasts featuring ‘Purang Apin’ (rice wrapped in leaves) are open to the public this evening.