Kongali Bihu

Kongali Bihu is a traditional Assamese festival celebrated during the harvest season, usually in October. It marks the beginning of the new agricultural cycle and is characterized by minimal festivities, as it is considered a somber, introspective time. Families perform rituals to honor and seek blessings from nature and gods for a fruitful harvest. Homes are decorated, and offerings of rice and vegetables are made. Unlike the more lively Bihu festivals that follow, Kongali Bihu emphasizes sobriety, reflection, and gratitude, serving as a spiritual moment to wish for prosperity in the coming months.