Cheiraoba Festival

Cheiraoba is the Manipuri New Year, celebrated with rituals, feasts, and community bonding in Imphal, Manipur.

Cheiraoba, held in April in Imphal, Manipur, is the Meitei New Year, celebrated with heartfelt rituals and vibrant community gatherings. Homes are cleaned and decorated, offerings are made to deities, and families enjoy feasts featuring Manipuri delicacies like Eromba and Chakhao Kheer. Traditional dances like Ras Leela and folk music performances fill the streets, while community events foster unity. Visitors can explore Imphal’s Kangla Fort, shop at Ima Keithel (a women-run market), and witness cultural shows, making Cheiraoba a vibrant introduction to Manipur’s rich heritage and festive spirit.