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In 2021, during the height of the pandemic and lockdowns, social media engagement in Manipur skyrocketed. People turned to Facebook for entertainment.
(locality). The sun was leaning towards the west, and most of the elders were finishing their midday naps. I was sitting on my
(veranda), scrolling through my phone, when I saw Eteima (my sister-in-law from the neighborhood) coming back from the market. Eteima was known for her grace. Even in a simple
, she carried an air of elegance that made people stop and look. As she approached my gate, she looked a bit tired, her forehead glistening with slight perspiration.
"Ibungo, is your mother home?" she asked, adjusting the heavy bag of vegetables on her arm. Tick the categories you want (Posts, Photos, Videos,
"No, Eteima. She went to the community hall for the meeting," I replied, standing up. "That bag looks heavy. Let me help you."
I walked down and took the bag from her. Our hands brushed for a second, and I felt a sudden bolt of nervous energy. She smiled—a kind, weary smile that reached her eyes.
"The weather is getting so humid," she sighed, wiping her brow. "I should have taken an auto, but I thought the walk would be good for me."
"Come in for a bit, Eteima. Have some water before you head to your house," I suggested.
She hesitated for a moment, looking at her house further down the lane, then nodded. We sat on the veranda, the scent of the evening jasmine starting to fill the air. As we talked about mundane things—the rising prices of fish, the upcoming local festival—there was an unspoken comfort between us. Click Create File
In our small leikai, moments like these were simple, yet they held the weight of the world. She wasn't just a neighbor; she was the silent strength of her household, and in that brief afternoon chat, I saw the person behind the "Eteima" title—someone who also needed a moment of rest and a friendly conversation.
As the sun dipped lower, she stood up to leave. "Thank you for the water, Ibungo. Come over sometime; I’ll make some (fritters)."
I watched her walk away, her figure silhouetted against the golden hour light. Some stories in the leikai aren't about grand dramas; they are found in the quiet respect and small kindnesses shared between neighbors. on a specific part of the story?
In 2021, there was a viral trend on Manipuri Facebook pages and groups (like Sanaton Eerol, Huyel Lanjel, and storytelling groups) where ancient folktales were retold in modern, conversational, or slightly humorous tones. "Leikai Eteima" is one such story that gained traction because of its mix of innocence, laziness, and humor.
Here is a guide to understanding the story and its context in that specific timeline.
“Leikai Eteima Mathu Nabagi Wari” – The Viral Facebook Story of 2021 That Stirred Manipuri Social Media