
Arunachal Pradesh celebrates the New Year through a series of vibrant indigenous festivals, reflecting its diverse tribal traditions and connection to nature. These celebrations, including Torgya, Si-Donyi, and the Orange Festival, mark renewal of social bonds and agricultural cycles, offering a meaningful engagement with life beyond the Gregorian calendar. The Monpa community's Torgya Festival, featuring masked Cham dances, symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and spiritual cleansing.
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