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Bohag Bihu

Assamese festival

Also known as: Rangoli Bihu

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In Assam: Cultural life
The Bohag Bihu, celebrated in the spring (usually mid-April), marks the commencement of the new year (first day of the Bohag or Baishakh month). Also known as Rongali Bihu (from the Assamese word rong, connoting merrymaking and fun), it is accompanied by much dancing and singing.…
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