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Mukna is an ancient indigenous wrestling tradition of Manipur that blends martial training, ritual worship, and social identity. Practiced mainly by the Meitei community, Mukna is not just a sport but a sacred offering performed during the Lai Haraoba festival, symbolizing cosmic order, discipline, and bravery. Rooted in Meitei mythology and martial systems like Thang-Ta, Mukna emphasizes balance, leverage, and ethics over brute force. This video explores how Mukna survived wars, colonial bans, and modern neglect to remain a living symbol of Manipuri identity and cultural resistance.

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