The Santhals are major among the tribes of Jalpaiguri district. They migrated to the district during British period. At the time of migration the Santhals also brought their own language, Majhi system’, bow-arrow, hariya, various gods and disembodied spirits, folk norms of performing arts, musical instruments, folk technology of making crafts and numerous festivals etc. After the settlement in Jalpaiguri district and the interaction with other communities as well as influence of the Christian missionaries and western culture the Santhals had to modify their earlier lifestyle and culture. A good number of Santhals gradually began to avoid their long established rituals. The converted Santhals distanced from traditional beliefs and practices. Nevertheless the original characteristic feature of the Santhals of Jalpaiguri district did not disappear.