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In late 2007, when this change was forseen, the Nyishi world burst into song and dance. Celebrations were held over many days and many nights

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In late 2007, when this change was forseen, the Nyishi world burst into song and dance. Celebrations were held over many days and many nights

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Yet their pride was punctured some 100 years ago by the British when they officially gave them a derogatory name that actually meant: those who split their enemies in half. The heritage tribe petitioned Government of India to accept their traditional name: Nyishi, and till that happened, they felt culturally imprisoned and quite miserable.

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On 19th April 2008, the climax was a function which saw some 1600 ladies dancing before visiting dignitaries, followed by a night long feasting and merry-making.

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