Dimapur, Mar 24 (ANI): Tenyimi complex in Dimapur came alive with the celebration of 'Milei Ngi' festival. It is a festival of purification celebrated by the Zeme tribe every year. Dressed in traditional attire, young boys and girls performed traditional dances at the event. Later, a group of women also performed folk songs to enthrall the audience. The festival was organized by the Zeme Council Dimapur with the main objective of reviving the traditional practices of the Zeme community. Apart from dances and songs, indigenous games like wrestling and long jump were held where many people from different age groups took part. People also demonstrated the age-old lifestyle and activities of Zeme people. Zeme Nagas are spread across three states - North Cachar Hills in Assam, Tamenglong district in Manipur and Peren district in Nagaland. Such festivals should be observed in order to preserve age-old traditions of a community.
