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Apatanis of Arunachal Pradesh celebrate this seasonal festival every year for three days in the month of July.

It is observed after the transplantation of paddy, the festival focuses on the propitiation of the deities connected with the fertility of the soil and the growth of bumper crops as well as the peace and prosperity of the villagers.

Fun fare, singing, dancing and feasting mark the occasion. A pig is sacrificed to the Dree deity for prosperity and goodwill and deities known as Tamu Ui offered dogs, chicken and eggs for protection from evil spirit that may harm the crops and the society.

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