64th Annual Conference of Bodo Sahitya Sabha Celebrates Language, Literature, and Culture in Dimakuchi
The 64th annual conference and literary festival of the Bodo Sahitya Sabha concluded on January 13 at Dwimu Nwgwr, Dimakuchi, in Udalguri district after a vibrant four-day celebration. Assam cabinet minister Pijush Hazarika attended as the chief guest, representing Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, while Pramod Boro, CEM of Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), inaugurated the event. The event attracted delegates from Assam, Nepal, Bangladesh, West Bengal, Meghalaya, and Nagaland, alongside representatives from various districts of Assam.
The session featured cultural demonstrations from multiple communities, including Bodo, Nepali, Adivasi, Koch Rajbongshi, Bhutanese, and Bangladesh, showcasing the region's diverse heritage. Minister Hazarika praised the Bodo Sahitya Sabha’s efforts in advancing Bodo language and education. CEM Pramod Boro highlighted the event’s role in promoting the Bodo language, literature, and culture, noting significant educational advancements within BTR since its formation in 2020.
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