Archive · 4 Sep 2025
Karam Festival Celebrated in Dibrugarh Tea Estates
The Karam festival, a special event for Adivasi and tea garden workers, was celebrated in Dibrugarh.
People dressed up and had fun with rituals and dances.
The festival is about honoring their culture, nature, and working together.
The government now recognizes Karam as a public holiday.
This allows more people to celebrate without worrying about losing work.
It's connected to the Karama tree, which is believed to bring good harvests and protect the community.
Stories from the past teach about caring for nature and being responsible.
The festival is organized by the Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha (ACMS).
Karam festival was celebrated in Dibrugarh tea estates.
The festival is a cultural event for Adivasi and tea garden workers.
Celebrations included traditional attire, rituals, and dances.
The Assam government declared Karam an official public holiday.
The festival honors the Karama tree and promotes community well-being.
- Who
- Adivasi and tea garden working communities
- What
- Celebration of the Karam festival, a cultural event
- When
- September 4th
- Where
- Dibrugarh tea estates in Assam, India
- Why
- To honor cultural heritage, tradition, and community well-being
- Festival Name
- Karam Festival
- Location
- Dibrugarh tea estates
- Associated Groups
- Adivasi and tea garden working communities
- Organizer
- Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha (ACMS)
- Significance
- Cultural pride and indigenous identity
- Official Holiday
- Declared by the Government of Assam