Overview
- Rijiju joined a traditional dance on the final night of the Sarok Festival Golden Jubilee in Bana, Arunachal Pradesh, participating alongside members of the Aka Miji community.
- He posted the video on X with a note saying he is deeply rooted in his traditional faith and culture and was glad to attend the community’s celebration.
- The footage circulated widely across X and Instagram, drawing positive reactions from users who welcomed the unscripted cultural moment.
- Coverage describes the Sarok Festival as a 50-year celebration that honors the Aka Miji tribe’s traditions, including the iconic woven sarok hat.
- In separate remarks in Lucknow this week, Rijiju dismissed claims of mistreatment of minorities in India as propaganda, a stance outlets noted alongside the viral clip.