Sama-Chakewa festival begins across Mithila region
Summary
The Sama-Chakewa festival has begun across the Mithila region, with women and girls gathering for ten days of songs, dances and rituals celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. The observance is widespread in Madhesh districts and neighboring Mithila communities in India.
Key Points
- The Sama-Chakewa festival has started across the Mithila region and will continue for 10 days.
- Women and girls gather for traditional songs, dances and rituals to celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters.
- Married women often return to their parental homes to take part in the celebrations.
- The festival is widely observed in Madhesh districts and adjoining Mithila areas in India.
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Sama-Chakewa festival begins in Mithila region
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