The event is set to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and aims to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the northeast, putting Bihu on the world map and making it a major cultural event worldwide.
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| Assam Government Aims to Put Bihu Festival on World Map with Record-Breaking Event |
Guwahati: The northeastern state of Assam is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse traditions, and the state government is leaving no stone unturned in promoting and showcasing it to the world. The Rongali Bihu festival, which falls in April and marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year, is a significant cultural event in Assam, celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across the state. The government is planning to organize a Guinness World Record event by having over 11,000 Bihu dancers perform together at the Sarusajai Indoor Stadium in Guwahati, making it a grand spectacle and a major cultural event worldwide.
The Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, is closely monitoring the preparations for the event, which is set to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The government is promoting the festival in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata through hoardings and advertisements, generating a lot of interest from people who are keen to learn more about the festival and the state's rich cultural heritage.
The Bihu festival is celebrated three times a year in Assam, each associated with farming stages, and the Rongali Bihu festival marks the onset of the agricultural season. It is a time when people come together to celebrate the harvest and the renewal of life. The festival is known for its traditional Bihu dance, where men and women dance together to the beat of the dhol and pepa, creating a lively and colorful atmosphere. The festival is also famous for its mouth-watering delicacies like til pitha, narikolor laddoo, and murir laddoo, which are made and shared among families and friends.
The upcoming event promises to be a true celebration of Assam's vibrant culture and traditions, and the government hopes to put Assam's Bihu festival on the world map, making it a global cultural phenomenon. The event is expected to showcase the state's rich cultural heritage, traditions, and diverse customs, making it a major cultural event worldwide. By promoting and showcasing Assam's culture to the world, the government aims to create a sense of pride and belonging among the people of Assam and strengthen their cultural identity.
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