Bhai Dooj celebrated with gaiety in Udalguri district, Tangla
A Correspondent
TANGLA: Along with other parts of the nation, the Gorkha community, which has a considerable presence here in Udalguri district, also celebrated Bhai-Tika or Bhai Dooj, the festival which celebrates the bond of love between brothers and sisters, with traditional fervour and gaiety on Tuesday.
Bhai tika is the last, and the most important day of Tihar. On this day, the sisters apply tika to their brothers’ forehead and pray for their brothers’ long lives and share a meal.
“A sister prays for the longevity, happiness, and success of her brother who, in return, showers her with gifts, goodies and blessings. The brother renews his vow to take care of his sister and protect her throughout his life,” said Rewati Raman Sapkota, a teacher of Udalguri.
The women also recite traditional folk songs on Bhai Dooj. “We recite a mantra for our brothers’ long life and apply chandan on their forehead. The brothers, in a ceremonial gesture, bless us with doob grass for our wellness,” said Rijju Sarmah, a housemaker of Dimakuchi in Udalguri.
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