Before sowing is done in the fields, a number of rites and customs are conducted throughout the festival. After completing numerous farm-related tasks like burning jungles, clearing fields, eliminating weeds and wild plants, cleaning up wells or Tsubu, making repairs to their dwellings, and more, they are well-deserving of a break.
These three days off from their arduous work allow them to unwind, indulge, and have a great time. They relax after months of demanding farm work by singing and dancing to upbeat songs.
The customs and culture of the Moatsu Festival
Moatsu Festival is a significant social and cultural event. It takes many different forms. Men and women dress to the nines and gather around a massive bonfire for the symbolic celebration known as sangpangtu. Wine and meat are offered for consumption. The readings at the event predict whether the villagers will have a good or disastrous year. The local witch doctors interpret these readings and offer prognoses. Overall, there is a great deal of interpersonal communication among residents, which fosters a strong sense of community.
Moatsu Festival: Time, Location, and Tickets
Moatsu Festival is observed in Mokokchung from May 1 to May 3, often lasting the entire week. It's amazing to see the Ao Tribe of Nagaland celebrate a successful harvest. The locals celebrate in a very quiet and private way.