In a first-of-its-kind indigenous encounter, a Maori kapa haka delegation from Aotearoa, New Zealand, performed the haka (dance) at the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma tribal shrine in Mulugu district, while local Koya tribal cultural teams also held their regular performances. The historic performance, coinciding with the 77th Republic Day, added profound symbolic significance to the celebrations, highlighting the shared traditions of resilience, honour and ancestral pride, though the two countries

Watch as the iconic haka comes to Scotland. 🇳🇿 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The New Zealand Army Band put on a stunning performance of the traditional Maori ritual at the Edinburgh Tattoo. | Forces News

16K views · 348 reactions | New Zealand Army performs the Haka while welcoming the new Army Commander | Roya News English | Facebook

126K views · 2.9K reactions | WATCH  The New Zealand Army Combat Team Wolfpack perform a powerful haka for the 7th Brigade - Australian Army Command Team - a proud display of respect, strength, and unity. Brigadier Giles Cornelia, Commander of the 7th Brigade praised the team for their outstanding efforts during Exercises Diamond Strike and Talisman Sabre. In return, the Combat Team delivered a rousing haka. #TalismanSabre2025 | NZ Defence Force | Facebook