Khamba Thoibi Jagoi

Khamba Thoibi Jagoi (Meitei: ꯈꯝꯕ ꯊꯣꯢꯕꯤ ꯖꯒꯣꯢ, lit. 'Khamba Thoibi Dance') is a classical dance form, originated from the Ancient Moirang kingdom of Manipur.[1][2][3] It is a duet of male and female partners, dedicated to Lord Thangjing, the presiding deity of Ancient Moirang.[1][2][3]

Dancers performing the Khamba Thoibi Jagoi

Khuman Khamba and Moirang Thoibi performing the Khamba Thoibi Jagoi at the premise of the Ebudhou Thangjing Temple at the Lai Haraoba festival in Ancient Moirang.

The dance form is believed to be first performed by Khuman Khamba and Moirang Thoibi, in the premise of the deity.[1][2][3]

Ladies performing the dance form