Assam Down Town University in collaboration with Down Town Charity Trust, celebrated a Pre-Rongali Bihu fiesta with the senior citizens of the society this year at “Seneh” a Bhabada Devi Philanthropic Trust. The celebration was a tribute by the students of AdtU towards their elders at the old age home. “Seneh” which is presently an abode to 21 aitas, is working for the benefit of the under privileged and deprived section of the society especially women of North East India.
The function was attended by all the aitas of the old age home, including some localities, and also students and faculties of AdtU. The purpose of the celebration was to bestow the abandoned aitas of the old age home, with some enjoyable pastimes that made them laugh, lose track of time, and also made them feel like a goofy kid at heart.
Further, the event was also a humble attempt to create a bridge made of love and respect between both the generations.
The celebration commenced with a Bihu Husori performance by Rupjyoti Bihu Husori Group which was followed by a mime and clowning act by renowned artist, MC Hiru. The students of AdtU also presented a mono act and some other performances. Further, the day also witnessed a few traditional games such as breaking the pot blind folded, music chair etc. which were all designed specifically for the aitas. They were presented with a sador and a fulam gamusa on the occasion as a “Bihuwan” that was followed by a traditional meal with laaru, sira, doi, pitha, sweets etc.
The students of AdtU also presented some handcrafted items to the old age home as a token of their love.