Ningol Chakkouba 2026 celebrated with spirit of unity, solidarity across Manipur
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 12 2026: Various organisations, security forces and local bodies celebrated the Ningol Chakkouba 2026 across the State with programmes centred on unity, solidarity and sharing, reaching out especially to relief camp inmates and communities in hill and valley.

District Administration reaches out to relief camps

On the eve of Ningol Chakkouba, the District Administration of Imphal East, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Dr Nivedita Lairenlakpam, took up a special outreach programme by visiting all the relief camps in the district a day ahead of the festival.

The visit was made to extend festive greetings and to express solidarity with the inmates.

As part of the programme, cash and material assistance were distributed to help them celebrate the festival with joy, dignity and a sense of belonging.

The programme was carried out in collaboration with various banking institutions - State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IDBI Bank, Manipur Rural Bank and Bank of Maharashtra.

The joint participation of these banks showed the spirit of compassion, social responsibility and community solidarity.

Through this gesture, the District Administration tried to ensure that the joy and warmth of Ningol Chakkouba reached the inmates of all relief camps, reaffirming its commitment along with its banking partners to the welfare, dignity and well-being of the affected families and to building an inclusive and compassionate society.

Assam Rifles celebrates with locals

Assam Rifles celebrated the festivals of Diwali and Ningol Chakkouba alongside local communities across Manipur, reinforcing the values of peace, harmony, unity and cultural preservation.

Assam Rifles personnel joined residents of Gamphazol, Changpol, Phaisangjang, Molcham, New Samtal, Old Samtal and Aivomjang villages in Chandel district to celebrate Diwali.

Personnel interacted with villagers, distributed sweets and lit diyas, Spreading goodwill and communal harmony in the remote border areas.

The joint celebrations fostered a deep sense of belonging and strengthened bonds of mutual trust and respect between the security forces and the local population.

Continuing its community outreach, Assam Rifles organised festivities for Ningol Chakkouba at Nambol on November 10, 2026.The event brought together 48 women and 2 children from Oinam, Maibam Chingming, Maibam Chingmang and Nambol Sabal Leikai in Bishnupur district.

The celebrations featured musical chair competitions, traditional Manipuri folk dances, local delicacies and an exchange of sweets.

The participating women expressed heartfelt appreciation for the force's annual initiative, which transcended social boundaries to nurture warmth, togetherness and lasting camaraderie.

Through these festive engagements, Assam Rifles continue to promote mutual trust, preserve the rich cultural heritage of Manipur and solidify relationships with the local populace. SAN hosts Ningol Chakkouba

In connection with the Ningol Chakkouba festival, the Sports Association Ningthoukhong (SAN) organised a Ningol Chakkouba feast at Ningthoukhong Bazar on November 11, 2026 for Ningols from 19 villages of the hills and valley near Ningthoukhong.

Village chiefs also participated together to make the feast successful.

Before the feast, a formal programme was held where firm resolutions were taken to stand united as one and defeat attempts to divide among themselves.

L Ibungo Singh, Chairperson Ningthoukhong Municipal Council; L Krishnachandra, president SAN, village chiefs and SAN advisers and members participated as presidium members.

The programme concluded with the distribution of special gifts to the visiting Ningols.

MMAB celebrates Ningol Chakkouba in Bengaluru

The Manipuri Meitei Association, Bangalore (MMAB), celebrated Ningol Chakkouba on November 7, 2026, in Bengaluru, with great enthusiasm and warmth, witnessing an impressive gathering of community members and families.

This year's celebration was particularly meaningful with the participation of sisters from other communities, reflecting the universal values of love, sisterhood, respect and togetherness that transcend cultural and social boundaries.

The Association conveyed its sincere gratitude to all the volunteers, organisers, families and well-wishers whose wholehearted support and collective efforts made the event a success.

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