Assam's Bihu traditions reflect the agricultural calendar.
Three Bihu celebrations correspond with different seasons: Rongali (Bohag) Bihu in April (spring/new year), Kongali (Kati) Bihu in October, and Bhogali (Magh) Bihu in January (harvest).
Rongali Bihu — The Assamese New Year
Bohag or Rongali Bihu is particularly associated with spring, renewal and the Assamese New Year.
The graceful Bihu dance — performed by young women and men in traditional muga silk attire — becomes the visual signature of the festival.
Music, dance, food and community celebrations express the relationship between culture and farming.
Bhogali Bihu and the Community Feast
Bhogali Bihu (January) is the harvest celebration — the community gathers around Meji bonfires and shares elaborate feasts.
Traditional Assamese sweets like pitha and laru appear in every home.