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Hon’ble Minister of Tourism, Agriculture & Fisheries, Government of Meghalaya, Shri Timothy D Shira has consented to grace the Festival as the chief guest. This year’s festival will feature a series of thrilling competitions including traditional Indigenous Games, Men’s Volleyball, Kho-Kho, Inter Locality Tug of War and Arm Wrestling. With generous cash prizes and an unmatched sense of community, the A∙we Festival 2025 is poised to be a memorable event for both participants and spectators. Key Highlights of A∙we Festival 2025: Masterchef North Garo Hills (traditional garo dishes only), Indigenous Games including the traditional Wa∙pong sika and An∙ding oka, Rong∙ma Chilsusaa, Re∙ba sala, Makkre wa∙jol mala (endurance challenge for men & women), will showcase the athleticism and strategic skills of local players. Cultural events such as Miss A∙we Beauty Contest, A∙we Dance Battle, The Voice of A∙we and live music performance by bands from Shillong’s own Jessie Lyngdoh to Tura’s Nokpante, North Wind and the Ahowee