BAOKHUNGRI FESTIVAL
The Baokhungri festival is the biggest festival in Bodoland Territorial Region, held annually at Baokhungri Hill near Harinaguri in Kokrajhar. The Bodos strongly believe that Baokhungri hill is the sacred dwelling of Sibrai (Lord Shiva) and some other deities as well. On this day, Bodos perform the traditional Baokhungri hajw gakhwnai (climb the Baokhungri hill) on the auspicious day of Sankranti.....
The Baokhungri festival is the biggest festival in Bodoland Territorial Region, held annually at Baokhungri Hill near Harinaguri in Kokrajhar. The Bodos strongly believe that Baokhungri hill is the sacred dwelling of Sibrai (Lord Shiva) and some other deities as well. On this day, Bodos perform the traditional Baokhungri hajw gakhwnai (climb the Baokhungri hill) on the auspicious day of Sankranti. This festival witnesses attractive traditional folk and cultural showcase, indigenous sports and local foods etc. The festival is organised by Bodoland Territorial Region government in association with department of Sports & Youth Welfare and Tourism department. The festival marks the celebration of Rongali Bwisagu (Rangali Bihu) testifying hill-trekking on the auspicious day of Sankranti, a day before Bwisagu (In Bodo) / Bihu (Assamese) which falls in mid-April according to the Bodo calendar. The festival is believed to be a time of adventure and festivities, and lasts for 3 days.
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Activities
Here's an extensive list of activities that take place during the Baokhungri Festival:
Cultural Events:1. Traditional Bodo dances (Bagurumba, Bardwi-sikla, Jekhai-Khobai etc.)2. Music performances (folk songs, instrumental)3. Cultural shows (theater, drama)4. Fashion show (traditional Bodo attire)5. Art exhibition (local artisans)Adventure Activities:1. Trekking (Baukungri Hill)2. Marathon races (various categories)3. Mountain bikingIndigenous Sports:1. Gila gelenai (traditional Bodo sport)2. Wrestling (traditional Bodo style)Food Festival:1. Traditional Bodo cuisine (e.g., Onla, Zumai etc.)2. Local street food stalls3. Food competitions (cooking, eating)Other Activities:1. Traditional craft workshops (weaving, pottery)2. Local handicrafts exhibition3. Photography contest4. Cultural processions5. Fireworks display6. ParaglidingSpiritual Activities:1. Prayer ceremonies2. Traditional Bodo rituals3. Visit to nearby temples and shrines
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Organized By
DMO
Wadiul Islam
DC Office, Kokrajhar
9864038246
visitkokrajhar[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Rupsi Airport,
which is 70 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Kokrajhar Railway Station,
which is 10 KMs away.
The nearest major city is KOKRAJHAR,
which is 10KMs away.
