A Glimpse Of Poila Baisakh Celebrations In Bengal And Some North East Indian States

The festival of Pohela Boishakh has its roots in the Mughal Empire, where it was observed as a harvest feast. It gained importance during the Bengali Renaissance in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when literary greats like Kazi Nazrul Islam and Rabindranath Tagore used it in their writing. (Image Source: PTI)

On the occasion of Poila Baisakh, people have gathered at Dakshineswar Kali Temple to seek the blessings of the goddess as they step into a new year. (Image Source: PTI)

People also carry small idols with them at Dakshineswar Kali Temple to worship during Bengali New Year celebration. (Image Source: PTI)

As, the Swastik is considered auspicious in Hindu culture, so, on the occasion of Poila Baisakh, women in Agartala are witnessed drawing Swastik to begin the year on a positive note. (Image Source: PTI)

People also participate in rallies, hold cultural events, sing and dance in Kolkata to usher in the new year. (Image Source: PTI)

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to Twitter to extend greetings on Bengali New Year. “On the occasion of Poila Boishakh, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all fellow residents. I wish the dawn of New Year brings an abundance of hope, happiness, & health in your lives. Today, let’s commit to the inclusive welfare & development of society. Shubho Nobo Borsho,” she tweeted. (Image Source: PTI)