Local Mizo singer DJ Lalvenhimi giving a rocking performance at Chapchar Kut 2014.

Chapchar kut festival is celebrated in a grand way in Aizwal - Mizoram. Crowds gathered at the Assam Rifle grounds to watch local singers and artists perform during the festival.

Chapchar Kut is celebrated by the local people of Mizoram in March every year. During the seven days of Chapchar Kut, the Mizoram people engross themselves into an infinite aura of mirth and merriment. As one of the oldest festivals in Mizoram Chapchar Kut has a distinctive identity.

Dance and music competitions are an integral part of the Chapchar Kut festival in Mizoram. The various tribal communities inhabiting the land of Mizoram perform the local dances wearing colorful dresses. It is said that in the ancient times Chapchar Kut was celebrated by the local inhabitants by indulging in drinking sessions. However, today the focus of Chapchar Kut has been shifted to music.

The folk music of Mizoram plays a vital role in providing a rejuvenating look to the Chapchar Kut festival. Since the tribal youths of Mizoram are blessed with melodious vocal chords, hence the music performances during Chapchar Kut are the prime attractions of the festival.

Source: mapsofindia.com

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