Assam attempts Guinness World Record for largest gathering of folk dancers with 11,000 artists
Assam’s Guwahati city witnessed a massive gathering of over 11,000 folk artists from across the state who came together to attempt a Guinness World Record on April 14, 2023. The occasion was the rehearsal of Bihu dance, which is a popular folk dance in Assam and is performed during the Bohag Bihu festival.
The Bihu dance is a traditional dance form that is performed by men and women to celebrate the arrival of spring and the beginning of the Assamese New Year. The dance is performed with great enthusiasm and joy, with dancers wearing traditional costumes and playing various musical instruments.
The rehearsal was organized by the Assam government to create awareness about the rich cultural heritage of the state and to promote the traditional art forms of the region. The event was held at the Sarusajai Stadium in Guwahati and was attended by a large number of people from different parts of the state.
The Guinness World Record attempt was for the largest gathering of folk dancers in a single performance. The current record is held by China, where 10,000 folk dancers performed in a single event in 2019.
The event began early in the morning, with the folk artists arriving at the stadium in their traditional attire. The artists came from different parts of the state, including Kamrup, Jorhat, Sivasagar, and Dibrugarh. The artists were divided into groups based on their dance forms and were given different time slots for their performances.
The rehearsals were held under the guidance of experienced choreographers and musicians, who ensured that the artists performed the dance correctly and in sync with the music. The rehearsals lasted for several hours, with the artists taking short breaks in between.
The event was a spectacular display of Assamese culture, with the folk artists performing a variety of traditional dance forms, including the Bihu, Bagurumba, and Jhumur. The performances were accompanied by the beats of various musical instruments, including the dhol, pepa, and taal.
Speaking about the event, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government is committed to promoting the rich cultural heritage of the state. He said, “Assam has a rich cultural heritage, and we are committed to promoting and preserving our traditional art forms. The Guinness World Record attempt is a testament to the vibrancy and diversity of our culture.”
The event received widespread appreciation from people across the state, with many taking to social media to express their joy and pride. Many people praised the state government for organizing such a grand event and promoting the traditional art forms of the region.
The Guinness World Record attempt is expected to be verified by the officials in the coming days. If successful, it will be a major achievement for the state and will further boost the morale of the folk artists.
The event also comes as a major boost for the tourism industry of Assam, which has been hit hard due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The state government is hoping that such events will help in reviving the tourism sector and attract more tourists to the state.
In conclusion, the rehearsal of Bihu dance by over 11,000 folk artists in Guwahati is a testimony to the rich cultural heritage of Assam. The event not only showcased the traditional art forms of the region but also provided a platform for the artists to come together and celebrate their culture. The Guinness World Record attempt is expected to further boost the morale of the artists and promote the state’s cultural tourism.