Sangtam Community Latest News
Recently, the apex body of Nagaland’s Sangtam community has passed a resolution to protect pangolins.
About Sangtam Community
- The Sangtam tribe is one of the sixteen major tribes of Nagaland.
- They are one of the major Naga ethnic groups in Northeast India.
- They are concentrated in the Kiphire and Tuensang districts of Nagaland, bordering Myanmar.Â
Socio-Political Life of the Sangtams
- Clans: There are six major clans amongst the Sangtams- Dhongrü, Jingrü, Langtidhongrü/ Langkidhongrü, Mungzarü, Anarü/Yingphidhongrü and Rudidhongrü clans.
- Language: The common dialect of the Sangtams is known as Sangtamyu which is spoken by around 90% of the population.
- The Sangtam people traditionally practice jhum cultivation (shifting agriculture), which remains central to their livelihood.
- They follow a patriarchal system of lineage and inheritance as well.
- Festivals:
- Mongmong: The predominant theme of the festival is the worship of the God of the house and the three cooking stones in the fireplace.Â
- Tsohsuh: It is commonly known as ‘vi thung’ festival and is celebrated during the spring season in the month of March.
- HüNAPUNGBI: It is celebrated especially for children.
Source: TH
Sangtam Community FAQs
Q1: Where is the Sangtam community primarily located?
Ans: Nagaland
Q2: Which language does the Sangtam community speak?
Ans: Sangtam language (Tibeto-Burman language family)
