Mukna is a form of folk wrestling from the north-east Indian state of Manipur. It is popular in Imphal, Thoubal and Bishnupur. The game is generally played on the last day of the Lai Haraoba festival and is an intrinsic part of the ceremonial functions. [1]

Mukna is a form of folk wrestling that is highly popular in the state Manipur in North-East India. It is also extremely popular in Imphal, Thoubal and Bishnupur. Mukna is an indigenous sport in which to men wrestle to prove who has more physical capabilities and who is stronger.

It was the belief of the Manipuries that this Mukna technique was invented by the gods. We try to focus in this paper the one of the oldest Manipuri indigenous game Mukna and its components in the culture of Manipuri. Key Words: Manipuri, Indigenous Game, Culture, Mukna, Heritages etc.

Known to be one of the indigenous sports in Manipur, Mukna is played on the last day of the Lai Haraoba festival and is an intrinsic part of the ceremonial functions. According to historical records, the existence of Mukna has been mentioned since the 15th century.

Feb 3, 2014 · It is popular in Imphal, Thoubal and Bishnupur. The game is generally played on the last day of the Lai Haraoba festival and is an intrinsic part of the ceremonial functions. Matches begin with the...

Jun 14, 2010 · A widely popular sport is the ‘Mukna’, an indigenous wrestling game played since the days of the kings and Maharajas that ruled Manipur. This game is very popular in the Manipur valley and it...

Know the various rules and techniques of Mukna, how Mukna is played in different regions of the world along with some quick interesting facts about Mukna

Mukna. Mukna is a sport, which is a combination of wrestling and judo, originating from, and popular in the state of Manipur. Historical records prove, that Mukna has been played since, the first half of the 15th century, but no exact record is available of the earlier meets.

Mukna is an individual sport and manly art. It is a game of endurance, rapid thinking and wits. Mukna game is also an important part of the Lai Haraoba festival. Today, Mukna competition is organized by some organizations from time-to-time so that today’s generation can witness it.

Mukna (Manipuri Wrestling):- The game is the Manipuri style of wrestling played between two male rivals for trial of strength by sheer physical strength and skill. Athletes of the same or approximately the same physical built, weight or ages are made to fight with each other. Mukna is a highly popular and prestigious game.