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Mantra
Tradition-specific invocations
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Songsarek / Garo - Location: Tura, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya (25.5145°N, 90.203°E) The Garo (~1 million) of the Garo Hills, Meghalaya — traditionally follow Songsarek (the indigenous faith). The supreme deity is U Blei (also recognized by Khasi); priests are called Kamal. Most Garo today are Christian (Baptist), but Songsarek survives in oral tradition. Wangala (November) — the 100-drum post-harvest festival — is celebrated by all Garos regardless of religion, and is an