Hareli

Celebrated July–August, on Shravan Amavasya

Majority Tribe

All Chhattisgarhi tribes (Gond, Muria, Halba)

Where is it celebrated ?

Across every village in Bijapur

Unique Characteristics

Neem leaves tied over doorways and cattle sheds for protection; traditional gedi (bamboo stilt) races and games for children; Bada Dhol Nacha in the village square at dusk