PM Modi inaugurates first Bodoland Mohotsav

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first Bodoland Mohotsav on Friday at the KD Jadhav Wrestling Stadium in Guwahati. The event, attended by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Dipen Boro, President of the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), and Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), drew over 5,000 attendees from the Bodo community, including those from Assam, West Bengal, and Nepal.

The two-day festival, celebrating the 2020 Bodo Peace Accord, focuses on Bodo culture, language, and literature while promoting peace and prosperity. Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy at being part of this significant event. "This is an emotional moment for me as we celebrate the rich culture and language of the Bodo community. I am proud to see Bodoland in a celebratory mood. Festivals like this will bring about a revolution in the Bodo community, fostering peace and progress," he said.

Dipen Boro thanked Modi for his leadership in the Bodo Peace Accord, which he called a transformative moment for the community. "The accord has given new hope to the youth of Bodoland, and this festival is a reflection of the lasting peace our Prime Minister has helped bring to our region," he said. Pramod Boro also emphasized how the Prime Minister’s vision has ensured safety and development in Bodoland. "Today, women and children feel safe, and Bodoland is witnessing unprecedented growth thanks to Modiji's leadership," he said.

Governor Acharya highlighted the region’s rapid development, particularly in the telecom and railway sectors, under Modi's leadership. "The Northeast is seeing unprecedented growth, with remote areas now connected to the rest of India, including the expansion of 5G networks," he added.

Earlier, a flag-hoisting ceremony led by Surath Narzary, President of the Bodo Sahitya Sabha, and other leaders marked the start of the festival. The event features cultural performances from various communities, including the Santalis, Bengalis, Rajbongshis, and others, showcasing the region’s diversity. The festival concludes today, celebrating not only Bodo culture but the vibrant heritage of the entire Bodoland Territorial Region.