The Manipur Government and its Department of Tourism have organised the ten-day 'Sangai' festival with an aim to provide an impetus to tourism industry and promote the region's cultural heritage.
The cultural extravaganza began with the aim to showcase the best of Manipur and every year it commences from November 21-30.
It highlights the state's cultural heritage, folk dances, indigenous cuisine and music, adventure sports and natural beauty.
The state's Deputy Chief Minister, Gaikhangam, inaugurated the festival at Hapta Kangjeibung two days ago.
Olympics bronze medallist MC Mary Kom and Royal Thai Embassy Minister Counsellor (commercial) Tharadol Thongruang also attended the inaugural function.
The 'Festival' was earlier known as the 'Manipur Tourism Festival' which began in 2008.
In 2010, it was renamed as 'Manipur Sangai Festival' with an aim to popularise 'Sangai', the rare species of deer to be found in Manipur.
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