Bagurumba Dwhou 2026

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a landmark cultural event celebrating the heritage of the Bodo community, held at Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati.

Historic Cultural Event
The event witnessed a record participation of over 10,000 Bodo artists, who performed the Bagurumba dance in a single, synchronised presentation, making it one of the largest cultural performances of its kind.

Wide Participation Across Assam
Artists from 81 Legislative Assembly Constituencies across 23 districts of Assam took part, reflecting the statewide representation and cultural unity of the Bodo community.

About Bagurumba Dance
Bagurumba is a traditional folk dance of the Bodo community, deeply inspired by nature.
The dance symbolises blooming flowers and represents harmony between human life and the natural world.

Performance Style

• Traditionally performed by young Bodo women
• Men accompany as musicians
• Features soft, graceful, and flowing movements
• Movements imitate butterflies, birds, leaves, and flowers
• Dancers usually perform in groups, forming circles or lines that enhance visual appeal

Cultural Significance
Bagurumba holds deep cultural importance for the Bodo people and symbolises:

• Peace
• Fertility
• Joy
• Collective harmony

Festival Association
The dance is closely associated with major Bodo festivals such as:

• Bwisagu (Bodo New Year)
• Domasi