Bohag Bihu

• 16 Apr 2024

Bohag Bihu, also known as Rongali Bihu or Xaat Bihu, celebrated in Assam & northeastern India, marks the Assamese New Year & seeding season start.

• Part of the tri-annual Bihu festival, Bohag Bihu holds religious, agricultural, cultural, and social significance, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.
• Festivities include traditional dances accompanied by musical instruments like dhol and pepa.
• Similar spring harvest festivals are celebrated across India, fostering unity amidst cultural diversity.
• Bohag Bihu 2024 extends from April 14th to 20th, reflecting Assam's rich cultural heritage and agricultural traditions, uniting communities in joyous celebrations.