Meghalaya echoes with 1,000 drums as Wangala festival turns 50
Meghalaya's Wangala Festival marked 50 years of celebrations with the beat of 1,000 drums, traditional dances and performances in West Garo Hills.Also known as the 100 Drums Festival, Wangala is the Garo community's post-harvest festival. It is celebrated to thank Misi Saljong, the Sun God, for a bountiful harvest and to honour Garo traditions and heritage.Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations and shared glimpses of the festivities.
