Thus, the keyword’s title refers to a story that revolves around or is dedicated to a respected elder female figure.

Many stories contained fragmented historical truths — wars with Myanmar, migrations from the Kabaw Valley, the rise of the Ningthouja dynasty. Through Thu Naba , children learned their lineage and cultural identity.

In an age of paid subscriptions and in-app purchases, Thu Naba is refreshingly free. Every family has a storyteller — you just need to listen.