Seng Kut Snem a festival celebrating the foundation day of the Seng Khasi. On the 23rd of November, every year, Seng Khasi members following the traditional Khasi faith or the Niam Khasi gather to pay their respects to God, the Almighty. This celebration is not a form of a New Year celebration as celebrated by many other communities in India but a form of Community Prayer for protection of the distinct identity of the Khasi Race. During the celebration elders impart oral teachings, publish books and writings and conducted many programs about the traditional faith, beliefs, customs, behavior etiquette and the Khasi culture as bestowed by the ancient Khasi predecessors. The celebrations of the day start with a cultural procession known as "Iaid Pyni Riti" showcasing the various facets of Khasi Life. The procession culminates at the Lympung Weiking where prayers are offered to the God the Creator and lectures on the Khasi faith and ways of life are delivered followed by a cultural programme. This day is celebrated to mark the beginning of the renaissance and awakening of the Khasi community.

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