Overview

• Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, begins on April 14, 2025, and will last for approximately seven days.
• The festival marks the Assamese New Year and the onset of spring, coinciding with Bohag Sankranti, the first day of the Assamese month of Bohag.
• Rooted in ancient seasonal and fertility traditions, Rongali Bihu symbolizes agricultural renewal and personal rejuvenation, with farmers preparing fields and communities cleaning homes.
• Celebrations feature energetic Bihu dances, folk songs, and the preparation of traditional delicacies like pitha and laru, fostering community unity and cultural pride.
• The festival transcends religious and ethnic boundaries, uniting diverse communities across Assam in a shared celebration of nature and heritage.