HOWRAGHAT, May 5: The 23rd edition of the Rongjali Bwisagu festival was celebrated with enthusiasm by the Howraghat Town Bodo Society (HTBS) on Sunday, reflecting the community’s cultural vibrancy and unity.
The celebrations began with the ceremonial hoisting of the Bwisagu flag along with the HTBS organisational flag.
HTBS president KK Brahma hoisted the society’s flag, while vice president Ajit Basumatary conducted the formal raising of the Bwisagu flag.
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Former president Karuna Boro led the homage ceremony, paying tribute to the cultural significance of the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Brahma spoke about the society’s journey over the past 23 years in Howraghat and highlighted challenges, including financial constraints, faced in organising such events.
He thanked members and the local community for their continued support and urged greater participation in preserving Bodo culture.
Ajit Basumatary emphasised the importance of Rongjali Bwisagu as a symbol of cultural identity and unity, and appreciated the role of the local community in sustaining the celebrations.
The programme also featured a traditional dance competition, inaugurated by Bijoy Basumatary, a teacher at Kolongpar Vidyapith Senior Secondary School, Nagaon.
Cultural troupes from different parts of the region participated, showcasing traditional dance forms.
Outstanding performers were felicitated through traditional Bodo rituals. The event highlighted the continued efforts of the community to preserve and promote its cultural heritage.
