Khagrachhari, Apr 1 (V7N) – The Baisabi festival, the largest cultural celebration of the hill ethnic communities, has officially begun in Khagrachhari. The festival, known as Baisu-Shangrai-Changkran-Biju-Bihu-Bishu-Pata, unites the Chakma, Marma, Tripura, and other indigenous groups in a grand cultural celebration.

This year, the festival features a two-week-long Universal Baisabi Fair, showcasing traditional clothes, food, and crafts of the Pahari people. Organizers say the initiative aims to preserve and promote the uniqueness of their culture and heritage.

A Festival of Dance, Song, and Unity

  • The Biju of the Chakmas, Sangrai of the Marmas, and Baisui of the Tripuras are being celebrated with traditional dances and musical performances.

  • The festival’s main attraction is the afternoon cultural program in the green fields of New Zealand in Khagrachhari, where Chakma, Marma, and Tripura artists perform colorful dances.

  • People from surrounding villages have gathered to witness the vibrant celebrations.

Baisabi Fair: A Showcase of Hill Culture

  • Hill entrepreneurs have set up stalls selling handwoven clothes, jewelry, and indigenous delicacies.

  • Organizers are hopeful that the fair will boost sales and economically benefit the local communities.

  • The fair will continue until April 11, giving visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in Pahari traditions.

Organizers believe that such fairs play a crucial role in preserving language, culture, and history. They encourage all ethnic groups to embrace and nurture their traditions through such events.

The Baisabi Festival stands as a symbol of cultural pride and unity, bringing together diverse hill communities in a celebration of their shared heritage.

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