Namami Brahmaputra
Namami Brahmaputra is an international festival that celebrates the beauty of the Brahmaputra river. It is organised by Assam Government.[1] It was the first international river festival to be held in Assam.[2] The first edition was celebrated from 31 March-4 April 2017. The then President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee, inaugurated the ‘Namami Brahmaputra’ festival.[3]
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| Native name | নমামি ব্ৰহ্মপুত্ৰ মহোৎসৱ |
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| Date | March 31 – April 4, 2017 |
| Venue | 21 districts of assam situated in banks of Brahmaputra River, The main venue of festival is Kachamari Ghat, Guwahati |
| Also known as | Namami Brahmaputra Namami Brahmaputra River Festival |
| Type | Fair |
| Organised by | Government of Assam |
| Participants | Tourists and Locals |
| Website | namamibrahmaputra |
The five day programme hosted activities to showcase Assam’s art, heritage and culture. The event was held in 21 districts across the state touched by the Brahmaputra.[4]
References
- "Assam sets the stage for its first Brahmaputra-themed, mega cultural festival". Retrieved 30 March 2017.
- Borah, Prabalika M. "Celebrating the river". The Hindu. Retrieved 30 March 2017.
- Delhi (30 March 2017). "President of India to Inaugurate Namami Brahmaputra Festival tomorrow". Business Standard India. Retrieved 30 March 2017.
- "Namami Brahmaputra event to showcase Assam's rich art, heritage and culture". The Economic Times. Retrieved 30 March 2017.
Gallery
- Namami Brahmaputra festival
A view of the festival from a nearby point
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari addressing at the closing ceremony.
External links
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