Thadou organisations thank Governor
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 31 2025:
The Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM), Thadou Students' Association (TSA), and Thadou Academic Society (TAS) have thanked Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla for restoring the original name of "Chavang Kut", a Manipur's State festival In a joint statement, the Thadou organisations explained that "Chavang" is a Thadou word meaning "autumn season," while "Kut," shared by all Zo-kindred (non-Naga) tribes of Manipur, means "festival".
Together, Chavang Kut signifies the Autumn Festival - a key post-harvest thanksgiving celebration expressing gratitude to God for a bountiful harvest and promoting unity, harmony, and joy among the people.
They added that omitting "Chavang" and using only "Kut" in official nomenclature in recent years was widely seen as an attempt to dilute Thadou cultural and linguistic identity.
This perceived cultural marginalization deeply hurt the sentiments of the Thadou community and other Zo-kindred groups, for whom the festival remains a vital symbol of gratitude and togetherness, the Thadou organisation added.
Stating that the restoration of the full and original name "Chavang Kut" during the President's Rule in Manipur is a laudable and corrective step toward cultural recognition, justice, and inclusivity, they extended their gratitude to the Governor 'for this inclusive and respectful decision'.
The three organizations called upon all communities of Manipur to celebrate Chavang Kut in its true essence as a festival of thanksgiving, peace, and brotherhood that strengthens unity and harmony across the State.




