Assam sets Guinness World Record for largest Bihu dance performance with over 11,000 folk dancers and drummers

Assam sets Guinness World Record for largest Bihu dance performance with over 11,000 folk dancers and drummers

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Category : State Published on: April 17 2023

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  • On April 14, 2023, 11,304 Bihua and Bihuwati performers achieved a Guinness World Record for the largest Bihu dance performed in a single venue, at Sarusajai stadium in Guwahati, Assam.
  • Additionally, 2,548 drummers (dhulias) entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the highest number of drummers performing in a single venue.
  • The performers were selected from all across Assam by the state government and trained by master Bihu trainers.
  • Each artist received a token of appreciation of 25,000 rupees from the state government.
  • The Bihu dance was performed at Sarusajai stadium in Guwahati in front of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries.
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