Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu or Maghor Bihu, is a vibrant and joyous festival that marks the culmination of Assam’s harvest season. A time for farmers to express gratitude for months of hard work, this festival is steeped in cultural significance, community spirit, and a deep connection to Assam’s agrarian roots.
The celebrations kick off on the eve of Magh Bihu. Young men come together to construct Bhelaghar—temporary shelters made of hay near fields or rivers. The night is filled with excitement as a Meiji bonfire is set up, and the air is alive with the sounds of traditional Bihu songs, the rhythmic beats of the dhol, and the joyous laughter of friends and family. A communal feast brings everyone together to enjoy delicious traditional dishes.
On the main day, families wake up early to bathe and partake in traditional games such as buffalo fights, Tekeli Bonga (pot-breaking), and egg fights. The day is also marked by the sharing of food—families and neighbors exchange rice cakes, sweets like coconut laddoos (laru), and other treats made from sesame, puffed rice, and coconut.
Magh Bihu is not only a celebration of the harvest, but also a time for offering thanks to ancestors and agricultural deities for the prosperity and abundance that nature has provided. The festival reflects deep gratitude for the hard work of farmers and for the cycle of renewal that sustains life.
Magh Bihu brings warmth and joy to all, uniting families and communities in a shared celebration of nature’s bounty. It’s a reminder of the importance of gratitude, the power of community, and the enduring connection between people and the land.
As Magh Bihu unfolds, it celebrates the hard work, dedication, and unity that define Assam’s rich cultural heritage.
এনেধৰণৰ অন্যান্য বা-বাতৰিৰ বাবে লাইক কৰক অসম লাইভ ২৪ ৰ ফেচবুক পেজ
