Miju Mishmi tribe

The Miju Mishmi, also known as Kaman or Kammaan, are one of the three tribes of the Mishmi people of Tibet and Arunachal Pradesh. The origin of the tribe is unknown, since the tribe does not have written records and relies on stories handed over by the older generations. Almost every body of nature like the sun, moon, mountains, and rivers are revered as gods. The deities worshipped are Amik/Ringya (Sun), Matai/Jawmalu (Creator), Buroo (God abiding with rivers), Shyuto (God of the mountains), Teemik (God. of water springs),Kangam, etc. There are many other malevolent and benevolent deities apart from these who are believed to be protectors or causes of various ailments and problems. The religious rituals are carried out by priests (Kambring) and Mishmis spend much time and substance offering sacrifices of appeasement on their instructions. The festival of Tamladu is celebrated on 15th February every year by the Mishmis to worship God and to pray for the welfare of people and crops.