Thadou Cultural Festival 2026 to Be Held in Imphal

Imphal, 20 February 2026: Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM), the apex body of the Thadou tribe in Manipur, has announced that the 8th State-Level Hun–Thadou Cultural Festival 2026 will be held in Imphal on 7 April 2026 (Tuesday). The exact venue will be finalised by the organising committee.

The decision was taken during a joint meeting convened on 19 February 2026 with affiliated bodies including TSA, TCI, TAS, THRA and TEA. The meeting focused on planning and celebrating the Hun–Thadou Cultural Festival, which is officially observed as a State (Restricted) Holiday in Manipur every year on 7 April.

An organising committee has been constituted for the smooth conduct of the festival. Pu Nehkholal Thadou has been appointed as Chairman, Pu Jamkholun Thadou as Vice Chairman, and Pu Michael Lamjathang Thadou as Secretary-cum-Treasurer. The committee has been empowered to co-opt additional members as required.

The theme for the 2026 edition remains "My Culture, My Identity," with the sub-theme "Upholding Our Identity, Shaping Our Destiny."

This year's celebration marks the return of the festival to its home state after two years. The 2024 edition was observed in Delhi, while the 2025 celebration was held in Guwahati due to prevailing circumstances. 

The homecoming to Manipur is seen as a symbol of renewed hope and affirmation of the Thadou community's indigenous identity within the state.

Thadou Inpi Manipur has appealed to all indigenous communities across Manipur to extend their support, participation and cooperation to make the festival a grand success.

The Hun–Thadou Cultural Festival commemorates the sacred Hun season — a time of thanksgiving for the germination and sprouting of seeds, accompanied by prayers for a bountiful harvest. 

The festival celebrates renewal, unity, gratitude and optimism for the future.

Further details regarding the programme schedule and confirmed venue will be announced in due course.

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