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Assam: Over 10,000 Artists to Perform Bagurumba on Jan 17 in PM Modi's Presence in Guwahati

Assam is preparing for a spectacular celebration of its cultural heritage as the traditional Bodo folk dance, Bagurumba, is set to be performed by over 10,000 artistes in Guwahati on January 17.

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Assam: Over 10,000 Artists to Perform Bagurumba on Jan 17 in PM Modi's Presence in Guwahati

Assam is preparing for a spectacular celebration of its cultural heritage as the traditional Bodo folk dance, Bagurumba, is set to be performed by over 10,000 artistes in Guwahati on January 17, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Saturday.

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The Chief Minister said the initiative aims to showcase Bagurumba on a global stage, granting international recognition to the centuries-old folk dance of the Bodo community, much like the widespread acclaim enjoyed by Assam’s other iconic cultural expressions, Bihu and Jhumoir.

Ahead of the grand performance, CM Sarma conducted a video conference with district commissioners from Lok Sewa Bhawan on Saturday, reviewing rehearsal schedules and issuing directives to ensure the large-scale event runs smoothly.

Sharing details on social media platform X, Sarma wrote, “After Bihu & Jhumoir, it’s time for Bagurumba to shine! On January 17, in the presence of Adarniya Shri @narendramodi Ji, 10,000+ artists will perform Bagurumba in Guwahati. Reviewed preparations as we look forward to taking the vibrant Bodo folk danceform to the global stage.”

The upcoming Bagurumba performance follows Assam’s record-breaking Jhumoir presentation in February last year, where more than 8,000 performers from the Adivasi tea garden community took part in a massive showcase at Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati. That event, marking 200 years of Assam Tea, was also attended by PM Modi, Chief Minister Sarma, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and ambassadors from over 60 countries. The Prime Minister even joined in by playing the dhamsa, a traditional drum of the tea garden community.

The Jhumoir event featured an elaborate laser show and fireworks, highlighting Assam’s cultural vibrancy. Reflecting on the occasion, PM Modi said that just as the people of Assam are closely connected to tea and their traditional art forms, he too shares that bond. He further noted that Assam’s culture reflects India’s diversity and its rich heritage, recalling the unforgettable Bihu performance by over 11,000 artistes in 2023 at the same venue.

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