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CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Highlights Chay Tribe’s Karam Puja as Symbol of Nature Bond and Brotherhood
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 04:02 AM
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Assam’s Chief Minister praised the Chay tribal community’s Karam Puja, saying it showcases their deep connection with nature and communal harmony.
The Chay tribal community in Assam observed Karam Puja, a traditional festival that honors the forest deity and celebrates the community’s relationship with the natural world. The ceremony, marked by folk songs, dances and the offering of sacred branches, drew participants from several villages in the region.
During the event, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the gathering, noting that the puja vividly reflects the tribe’s bond with nature and the spirit of brotherhood that underpins their social fabric. He commended the community for preserving their cultural heritage while fostering unity among its members.
Organisers highlighted that Karam Puja serves not only as a religious observance but also as a reminder of sustainable living, urging younger generations to respect the forest ecosystems that sustain their livelihoods. The chief minister’s remarks reinforced the state’s commitment to supporting tribal traditions and environmental stewardship.
The celebration concluded with communal feasting, reinforcing the themes of solidarity and shared responsibility that the festival embodies.
During the event, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the gathering, noting that the puja vividly reflects the tribe’s bond with nature and the spirit of brotherhood that underpins their social fabric. He commended the community for preserving their cultural heritage while fostering unity among its members.
Organisers highlighted that Karam Puja serves not only as a religious observance but also as a reminder of sustainable living, urging younger generations to respect the forest ecosystems that sustain their livelihoods. The chief minister’s remarks reinforced the state’s commitment to supporting tribal traditions and environmental stewardship.
The celebration concluded with communal feasting, reinforcing the themes of solidarity and shared responsibility that the festival embodies.