Lesser Known Festivals in India

In a place called Chakrata in Uttarakhand, there is a special festival called Bissu Mela.

The people there, from the Jaunsar-Bawar community, celebrate the start of their new year for farming.

They dance and sing in circles, wearing masks that look like spirits or heroes.

This is called the Bissu Dance.

They do this to ask for good luck and health for their crops, animals, and families.

It's a fun and colorful way to welcome the new farming season!