Tribes in northern India marked the Losar New Year festival.

Footage shows the residents of Spiti Village in Himachal Pradesh performing folk dances in a snow-covered open area on March 3.

Locals, dressed in thick clothing to protect themselves from the cold, showcased their cultural heritage through traditional performances.

The Losar festival, celebrated by several Tibetan and Himalayan communities, marks the beginning of the new year in the lunar calendar. It is a time of renewal, joy, and prayers for prosperity in the coming year.

Traditionally, the festival includes rituals, feasts, and social gatherings to celebrate the harvest season and seek blessings for health and good fortune.

Losar, also known as Tibetan New Year, is also celebrated in other countries, including Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, and parts of Mongolia.