Wishing everyone a joyful Rongali Bihu from us...

Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, is the most vibrant and widely celebrated festival in the Indian state of Assam, marking the onset of the Assamese New Year and the advent of spring. It is a time of joy, merriment, and cultural richness as people across Assam come together to celebrate the harvest season and bid farewell to the old year.

The festival spans over seven days, each day holding special significance and traditions. The first day, known as 'Goru Bihu', is dedicated to cattle, where cows and bullocks are bathed and worshipped. The second day, 'Manuh Bihu', is for humanity, where people exchange gifts, greetings, and enjoy traditional feasts together. The third day, 'Gosai Bihu', is a day of spiritual reflection and prayers.

Rongali Bihu is characterized by vibrant cultural performances, traditional Assamese folk songs, dances like the Bihu dance, and various other cultural activities. People wear traditional Assamese attire like Mekhela Chador (for women) and Gamosa (a traditional cloth) during the celebrations.

The festival also showcases the rich culinary heritage of Assam, with special dishes prepared using the season's fresh harvest, like pitha, laru, and various fish delicacies.

Overall, Rongali Bihu is a celebration of life, renewal, and community bonding, reflecting the spirit and ethos of Assamese culture and heritage.