Axom Xomaj, Dubai (Assam Society, Dubai) celebrated Bhogali Bihu
on Friday, the 30th January, 2004, with a day long program. The
celebrations were held at Safa Park, Dubai, attended by a group of
about 60 from the Emirates of Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. A
number of newcomers to UAE also joined the celebrations, this being
their first interaction with the Assamese Community of UAE. A few
guests from Assam, who happened to be in UAE visiting their relatives
and friends, also enjoyed the program.
The traditional Assamese breakfast of Doi-Chira and Gur served on
the occasion were relished by all and reminded everyone of the
delicacies of their motherland. Everyone also got treated with Komal
Chaul brought all the way from Assam for the occasion by Dr. Medhi.
However this time, pitha and narikolor laru were greatly missed.
A number of innovative games and events were organized on the
occasion, for children and adults, which witnessed the participation of
one and all present.
An exhibition of traditional Assamese Jewellery and Assamese Silk
dresses also was organized at the venue of the function; the items on
display were brought to Dubai by Sri Dipak Bora of Asomiya
Gohonalya, Nagaon. Sri Bora had come to Dubai to take part in the
ongoing Dubai Shopping Festival, 2004.
- Contributed by D. K. Borah for Assam Society, Dubai
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