The Spring descends to rejuvenate life again. That is why 'ceremonial sowing of paddy starts on this day. Dance performed by the young boys and girls, characterised by brisk stepping flinging and flapping of hands and swaying of heaps reflect youthful passions, reproductive urge.
Fish is essential for the feast.
The festival has certain taboos in respect of cutting trees, fishing, ploughing, burning jungles etc. are strictly observed.