Imphal, 02 November 2016 : Ningol Chakkouba was celebrated with traditional fervour and enthusiasm in Manipur. Since early morning married Manipuri women irrespective of age were seen going to their parental houses to celebrate the festival. Parents and brothers prepared special traditional dishes and eagerly waited for their daughters and sisters. Sharing of the food and presentation of gifts were the highlights of the celebration. It may be mentioned that every year the govt of Manipur holds fish fair every year on the eve of Ningol Chakkouba. This year the fish fair was held at THAU ground Thangmeiband. Ningol Chakkouba shoppers thronged the Khwairamband bazar and other markets in Imphal purchasing Ningol Chakkouba gifts for their daughters and sisters.