Huchori is a harvest festival of Assam in India celebrated during Rongali Bihu.
| Huchori | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Nickname | Husori |
| Begins | Ahom kingdom |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location(s) | Assam |
| Country | India |
Description
editThe festival takes place on he very first day of Goru Bihu, during nighttime in the courtyard of every house by a group of young men under guidance of elders. They visit the Head man's house first, then there after to every house to bless each family with good health and prosperity and happiness. In return, they get Chelenge Gamocha, a pair of Beatles nut and Beatles leaf, along with a small amount of money as per the status of the family.[1]
Husori Dance
editThis is a community dance performed by Husoris, a group of male dancers. The dancers dress up in traditional costumes, wearing colorful turbans, dhotis, and gamochas (traditional towels). They carry musical instruments like the pepa (horn), taal (cymbals), and dhol (drum), and sing folk songs as they dance from one house to another, spreading joy and festive spirit.[2]
History
editIt started during the Ahom kingdom in the courtyard of the Rong Ghar, then it moved to the courtyard of officials, and lastly to the villagers.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Husori - indomitable part of Rongali Bihu". Assam Times. 2009-04-18. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "What do you know about Bihu Dance of Assam?". North Guwahati WebSite. 2024-08-12.
- ^ "Husori Bihu". Sahapedia. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
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