Magh Bihu 2023: Here's how people of Assam celebrate harvest festival
Magh Bihu marks the end of the harvest festival. This is the Assam festival of Sankranti and is done by
Magh Bihu marks the end of the harvest festival. This is the Assam festival of Sankranti and is done by lighting a bonfire and feasting on traditional dishes.
There are three types of Bihu - Rangali or Bohag Bihu (April), Kangali or Kati Bihu (October) and Bhogali or Magh Bihu (January). Magh Bihu, the harvest festival, falls every year around 14 and 15 January. This year, it will be observed on January 15. (Twitter/mi_hilly)
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The first day is known as Uruka or Bihu Eve. On this day, the Assamese people (mostly women) prepare traditional food and enjoy it with their families. (Pinterest)
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Meanwhile, the men erect makeshift huts known as 'Bhelaghar' in the fields using thatch, leaves and bamboo. (File Photo)
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