Bodoland Mahotsav: A Historic Celebration of Peace & Culture

Peace and Reconciliation

• First-ever Bodoland Mahotsav inaugurated by PM Modi in New Delhi
• Marks significant progress since the 2020 Bodo Peace Accord that ended 50 years of conflict
• Over 10,000 youth have joined mainstream society after giving up arms
• Event theme: 'Peace and Harmony for Prosperous Bharat'
• Emotional significance highlighted as it represents end of decades of bloodshed
• Peace accord served as model for other agreements like Karbi Anglong and NLFT-Tripura Accord

Development Initiatives

• Central government provided Rs 1,500 crore special package for Bodoland
• Additional Rs 700 crore from Assam government for infrastructure development
• Focus areas include education, health, and cultural infrastructure
• SEED Mission launched for skill development and employment
• Enhancement of tourism potential through development of national parks like Manas and Raimona
• Significant progress in sports infrastructure, exemplified by Durand Cup in Kokrajhar
• Promotion of GI-tagged products and local artisans

Cultural Integration and Celebration

• Two-day event held at SAI Indira Gandhi Sports Complex
• Aims to integrate Bodo people from different regions including Assam, West Bengal, and Nepal
• Over 5,000 participants expected from various states
• Showcases rich cultural heritage through art, music, and dance performances
• Celebration of Bodo language, literature, and traditional crafts
• Recognition of prominent Bodo leaders like Upendra Nath Brahma and Kalicharan Brahma
• Focus on preserving and promoting Bodo cultural identity while fostering unity