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Festivals That Exist Only in One Indian District

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Theyyam Festival – Kannur, Kerala A vibrant ritual dance worshipping deities and ancestors, Theyyam is unique to Kannur. Locals believe performers embody gods during the festival

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Phool Dei – Chamoli, Uttarakhand Celebrated only in Chamoli district, children decorate doorsteps with flowers, symbolizing prosperity and welcoming spring

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Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra – Chamoli, Uttarakhand A once-in-12-years pilgrimage dedicated to Goddess Nanda Devi. Its roots lie deeply in local traditions of Chamoli villagers

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Kharchi Puja – Tripura (West Tripura district) This unique festival worships 14 deities to cleanse sins and wash away misfortunes. It is tied to the royal traditions of Tripura

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Bastar Dussehra – Bastar, Chhattisgarh Unlike regular Dussehra, this 75-day festival in Bastar celebrates tribal traditions, goddess Danteshwari, and local cultural heritage

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Bhagoria Festival – Jhabua, Madhya Pradesh Known as the “festival of love,” it is where young tribal boys and girls choose life partners. Exclusive to Jhabua’s Bhil community

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Myoko Festival – Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh Celebrated only in Ziro valley by Apatani tribe. It focuses on friendship, fertility, and prosperity, unique to their community life

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Thaipooyam Festival – Palakkad, Kerala Exclusive to Palakkad, devotees perform kavadiyattam (ritual dance) to honor Lord Subramanya with grand processions