PM Modi at Bagurumba Dwhou 2026: Celebrating Bodo Heritage and Highlighting Assam Cultural Revival

PM Modi Hails Bodo Heritage at Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, Highlights Assam’s Cultural Ascent

Guwahati, February 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a grand gathering at the Sarusajai Stadium in Guwahati for ‘Bagurumba Dwhou 2026’, a landmark cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Bodo community. Describing the event as a vibrant expression of Assam’s cultural identity, the Prime Minister reaffirmed his government’s commitment to elevating the state’s art and traditions onto national and global platforms.

A Personal Bond and Cultural Showcase
Highlighting his deep connect with the Northeast, PM Modi noted that no Prime Minister has visited Assam as frequently as he has. He pointed to sustained efforts to promote the region’s culture, including grand celebrations of Bihu, Jhumoir Binondini, and the Bodo Mahotsav in New Delhi. He stated that Bagurumba Dwhou transcends a mere festival, serving as a profound tribute to Bodo traditions and a celebration of Assam’s living heritage.

Honouring Legacy and Contributions
In his address, the Prime Minister paid homage to iconic figures of the Bodo community. He remembered the contributions of social reformers and leaders like  Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma, Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma, Rupnath Brahma, and Satish Chandra Basumatary , among others. PM Modi acknowledged their pivotal role in social reform, cultural renaissance, and political awakening, asserting that India’s historical narrative remains incomplete without acknowledging Assam’s past and its people's contributions.

Milestones in Recognition and Cultural Revival
The Prime Minister outlined key achievements in preserving and promoting Assam’s cultural identity. These include the  national recognition for Bihu , the  inclusion of Charaideo Moidam in UNESCO’s World Heritage list , the grant of  classical language status to Assamese , and the recognition of  Bodo as an associate official language of Assam . He emphasized the respect accorded to Bathou Dharma, with Bathou Puja declared a state holiday, and recalled the installation of statues of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan and Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma.

Peace Accord and Development as Catalysts
PM Modi underscored the transformative impact of the  historic 2020 Bodo Peace Accord , which he said restored trust, ended decades of conflict, and brought thousands of youths into the mainstream. He detailed development initiatives in the Bodoland Territorial Region, citing a  special package of ₹1,500 crore , new medical colleges in Kokrajhar and Tamulpur, nursing institutes, and enhanced road and rail connectivity under the Act East Policy. He concluded by stating that Assam and Bodoland are now emerging as engines of growth, with the youth at the forefront of peace, cultural revival, and development.

Exam-Focused Important Facts:

• Cultural Dance:   Bagurumba  is the principal traditional folk dance of the Bodo community.

• Language Status:  The  Bodo language  is recognized as an  associate official language  of the state of Assam.

• UNESCO Heritage:  The  Charaideo Moidam  (the burial mounds of Ahom royalty) in Assam has been included in the  UNESCO World Heritage list .

• Historic Agreement:  The  Bodo Peace Accord of 2020  was a tripartite agreement that successfully ended a decades-long conflict in the region.