Rongali Bihu

In Context 

Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag is observed in mid-April (14-15th April) and marks the start of the Hindu calendar’s Assamese New Year. 

About Rongali Bihu

• The word Bihu is taken from the Sanskrit word Bishu meaning to ask blessings and prosperity from the Gods” during harvesting season.
• Bohag or Rongali Bihu is one of Assam’s three Bihus, and it is one of the most significant festivals for the Assamese community.
  • Bihu, in Assam, is of three types: Rangoli Bihu, Magh Bihu and Maghar Domahi.
• It falls in the second week of April every year, marking the beginning of the harvest period. 

• It celebrates the commencement of harvesting season and is also regarded as the first day of the Assamese New Year. 
  • The significance of this festival is purely agricultural in nature. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy throughout the state.
• It is Assam’s harvest festival which marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year.
•  This Bihu is all about partying, donning new outfits, and ringing in the New Year with song, dancing, and cultural performances. Hundreds of people turn up to enjoy cultural events.

Source:HT