Rongali Bihu celebrated in Demow and its adjoining areas

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DEMOW: Along with the rest of the State, Rongali Bihu was celebrated in Demow and its adjoining areas with pomp and gaiety on April 14 and April 15. On the day of Goru Bihu, people washed their cattle and performed their traditional rituals. On April 15, Manuh Bihu was celebrated and people were seen wearing new clothes and seeking the blessings of their elders. The 'Paila Baishak' for the Bengali community was also celebrated on April 15 where people sought blessings from their elders.

Under the patronage of ATASU, Demow Regional Committee and former ATASU leaders, the fifth annual Mukoli Bihu was organized in Demow Public Playground on April 15. According to the schedule, the Jajiparia Bihu Husori Team, Bokota Jangfai Tai Ahom Husori Team and Laiseng Semania Bihu Husori Team (Sapekhati) performed husori on April 15. The Bor Bihuwati Pallabika Gogoi also performed on that day. Artists Bijoy Bishal, Gautam Kalita and Dig Diganta sang songs.

Under the patronage of Nitaipukhuri Egg Fight Association and local people, an all Assam open egg fight mela was organized in the Nitaipukhuri weekly bazaar house on April 15.

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