What Is Jhumoir Binandini, Celebrated By Assam’s Tea Tribes?| Curly Tales

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What Is Jhumoir?

Jhumoir or Jhumur, is a traditional  folk dance performed by the Adivasi  tea tribes of Assam during the  harvest season. 

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Jhumoir Binandini

Jhumoir Binandini (Mega Jhumoir) 2025, was a spectacular cultural extravaganza that saw 8,000 performers participating in the Jhumoir dance.

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PM Modi Joins Celebration

PM Narendra Modi also joined the Mega Jhumoir event which symbolises 200 years of the tea industry, and also 200 years of industrialisation in Assam.

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Pure Magic!

In his X post, he said, “Every moment  of Jhumoir Binandini was pure  magic! This was an experience  that touched the soul.”

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Playing Part

He was also seen playing the traditional instrument and having a great time there.

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Significance Of Jhumoir

Jhumoir is performed to celebrate various occasions, including harvest festivals, weddings, and community gatherings in Assam. 

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Traditional Instruments

The dance is accompanied by  traditional instruments like the  Madal, Dhol, Taal and Flute.

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More About The Dance

Jhumoir is performed by both men  and women, as they dance in a circular formation, holding each other's waists. The rhythmic footwork, swaying movements, and lively music are  its main characteristics. 

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