Saroi Khangba ritual performed widely
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, March 16 2024:
As done on every Saturday during the Meetei lunar month of Lamta annually, the ritual of Saroi Khangba (propitiation of evil spirits) was performed widely in different parts of the valley on Saturday.
On the first Saturday of Lamta; Uttra Shanglen, Sana Konung, Amaiba Loishang, Amaibi Loishang and Pena Loishang performed Saroi Khangba' ritual as done every year and prayed for the safety and wellbeing of the land.
Later, Sana Konung Angom Ningthou, Laidam Lakpa, Wangkhei Lakpa, Khabam Lakpa and Yaiskul Lakpa along with Amaiba Loishang, Amaibi Loishang, Pena Loishang went to Khurai Ahongpung, Kongba Soudong pung, Tera Wangthonbi pung and Kakwa Lamdaipung and performed 'Panthong Lakpa' ritual.
Lainingthou Sanamahi Temple Board also performed Saroi Khangba' ritual by offering Singju' in the presence of its vice president Bidyapati Senjam and senior board member Keisham Ibomcha among others.
Similarly, Manipur Pandit Loishang (Maru Loishang) performed the ritual and prayed for the safety and betterment of the state.
The ritual was also performed in different areas of the valley where womenfolk offered Singju' at crossroads.