Kati Bihu festival celebrated across Assam

Kati Bihu is one of the sets of three Bihu festivals (agricultural festivals) was celebrated in the state of Assam. The Kati Bihu is also known as Kangali Bihu, the festival of the poor (the word “Kongal” means “poor”) is celebrated in mid-October when the crops are at growing stage and the granaries of the farmers are depleting.

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About Kati Bihu:

• The Kati Bihu is celebrated with the lamp called ‘Saki’ which is lit on the tips of bamboo poles in the fields which represents a guide to spirits and earthen lamps are lit in the garden, under the tulsi plants and in the granaries.
• The farmers chant spells to ward off the negativity and pests in the field and pray for a prosperous harvest.
• The locals of Assam celebrate the festival by lighting Diya in their fields and homes and perform cultural dance and organise feasts.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams: 

• Chief Minister of Assam: Sarbananda Sonowal; Governor: Prof. Jagdish Mukhi.

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