Rongali Bihu

Celebration: Rongali Bihu (Bohag Bihu) will be celebrated from April 14th to 20th, marking the Assamese New Year.

Significance: It marks the start of the Assamese New Year according to the Hindu solar calendar, as well as the beginning of the harvesting/sowing season. It also signifies the onset of spring.

Harvest Festival: It is primarily a harvest festival where prayers are offered for a prosperous agricultural season.

“Rong” Meaning: The term “Rong” signifies joy, reflecting the festival’s spirit.

Bihu Dance: The Bihu dance is a vibrant part of the celebrations, accompanied by folk music and traditional instruments.

Other Bihus: Rongali Bihu is the most important of three Bihus, the other two being Kati Bihu (October, mid-crop) and Magh Bihu (January, end of harvest).

Timing Relevance: Celebrated in April (Bohag), it symbolizes the start of the sowing season.