Assam: North East Festival lights up Kokrajhar with diverse cultural splendor

The North East Festival kicked off with a burst of vibrant colors and cultural fervor on the premises of The Bodofa Cultural Complex in Kokrajhar. This unique event, organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture of the Central Government, in collaboration with BTR (Bodoland Territorial Region) and various Bodo cultural associations, promises to be a two-day spectacle celebrating the rich heritage of the Northeastern states.

Cultural troupes from all eight Northeastern states are joined by representatives from 13 other states across the country, including Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Odisha. 

The festival showcases a myriad of traditional art and cultural performances, featuring 13 cultural groups from different parts of the country. Today marked an exceptional display of cultural prowess, with performances from various states, each highlighting their unique heritage.

The Lai-Haraoba Festival in Manipur, Ao of Nagaland, Wangala of Meghalaya, Mamita Dance, Cheraw of Mizoram, Sikkim dance, Rouf of Jammu and Kashmir, dance of Haryana, Siddi Dhamal of Gujarat, Badhai dance in Madhya Pradesh, and Sambalpuri Dance of Odisha mesmerized the audience with their authenticity and traditional charm.