Meitei people worship fire in the fireplace called Phunga Mei (lit.
[11] Among many, one of the most important pantheons of God Khuman Pokpa is in Mayang Imphal.
Mayang Imphal is the ancient capital of the kingdom of the Khuman Salai.
[13][14] In ancient times, God Khuman Pokpa was worshipped for good health and prosperity.
According to their beliefs, the danger of natural calamities, epidemics, diseases and other miseries are all due to the getting angry of gods and goddesses.
[15] The religious festival of Lai Haraoba is celebrated in honor of God Khuman Pokpa in the Karang Islands.
In modern days, the celebration draws attention to a large number of tourists.