Assam's Mishing community gears up for Ali-Ai-Ligang festival

The much-awaited Ali-Ai-Ligang festival, a significant cultural celebration of Assam's indigenous Mishing community, is scheduled for February 19, coinciding with 6th Phagun on the traditional Assamese calendar. 

The event, which marks the beginning of the Phagun month, will be celebrated with fervor and enthusiasm across the state.

In the Bokakhat area, the 1 No. Panbari Elengmari Mishing village is already immersed in festive preparations. The community is set to gather and prepare ‘Por Apong’, a traditional dish made from Ahu rice, fruits, and medicinal herbs, reflecting the region’s deep cultural heritage and agricultural practices.

This year, the Murung Ghar, the community’s traditional meeting space, has been beautifully decorated in preparation for the grand celebration. The Mishing people are eager to celebrate Ali-Ai-Ligang with vibrant rituals, colorful festivities, and a sense of unity that highlights the richness of their cultural identity.


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