Phandi
Introduction '''Phandi''' is an expert on lassoing a wild elephant in Mela shikar. A mahout becomes Phandi after passing a rigorous tests conducted by other phandis. ''Baro-phandi'' is equivalent to a master's degree in elephant capturing. Only a few can aspire to become a ''Baro-phandi''. They are men of highest caliber, great courage and well steeped in elephant lore who enjoy iconic status in the folklore of the North-East India.
See also *Koonki
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