Founded in Lamka in 2018, the Tangmai Festival has grown from a community cucumber feast into a major celebration of Zomi culture, hill farmers, music, traditional attire and unity. This research feature documents its history, the 2026 programme and the evidence-based nutritional importance of Tangmai.
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