Rongker Festival (Karbi)

Karbis, earlier known as Mikir, is a major important ethnic group of Assam in Northeast India especially in the hill areas of Assam. The Karbis are the primary inhabitants of the Karbi Anglong district. They are also found in North Kachar district, Kamrup, Nagaon and Sonitpur districts of Assam. The Karbis are found in the states of Meghalaya, Arunachal, Manipur and Nagalnd. They are recognised as one of the indegeneous tribes of the states Rongker is celebrated either on 5th January or 5th February as per the convenience of the villagers as Thanksgiving to GOD and asking their assistance to protect them from any evil harm that may happen to the whole village. It is a post-harvest festival when the community comes together and celebrate with much pomp and gaiety.