<span style="color: #222222;">Chavang Kut, the post-harvest festival of the Kuki-Chin-Mizo communities is being celebrated across North-Eastern states with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm. The festival marks the Anglo-Kuki war centenary year.<br />''<br />''In Manipur, Mizoram and Assam and other parts of country, the festival is organized every year as thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest. It is one of the most important festivals of Kuki-Chin-Mizo communities. It is a state holiday in Manipur.<br />''<br />''Inaugurating the State level festival in Manipur capital Imphal this morning, Governor Dr. Najma Heptulla said these festivals are perfect for removing the monotony of life and help the people lead a fuller and better life. She said, Kut festival provides an opportunity to not only make merry but to introspect on our past and plan for the future. A Miss Kut contest will be held in the evening today.<br />''<br />''In Mizoram, this is the 3rd time the Festival is being celebrated today. State Home Minister Mr Lalchamliana has graced the Chavang Kut celebration in Aizawl today. In the festival in Aizawl this year, the Chin-Kuki-Mizo tribal groups have highlighted on traditional social events shows, food & music events.</span><br />