Kati Bihu Festival

Kongali, also known as Kati Bihu, is an honorable holiday celebrated in Assam with joy and gladness, and it is observed today, October 18, 2022.

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The celebration is also called Kongali (Poor) to represent an empty granary and decreased food availability during that time of year.

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Bihu is celebrated by lighting lights or saaki (candles) in various places of the house. The primary lamp is placed in the courtyard near the holy Tulsi plant.

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People make tributes and offer prayers to Goddess Tulsi for the health of their families and a bountiful harvest. The entire month of Kati is spent doing this ceremony.

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