Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 1st Bodoland Mohotsov

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Bodoland Mohotsov 

Why in news?

• Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 1st Bodoland Mohotsov, at around 6:30 PM, on 15th November at SAI Indira Gandhi Sports Complex,  New Delhi.

About 1st  Bodoland Mohotsov :

• The two day Mahotsav is being organised on 15th and 16th November.
• It is a mega event on language, literature, and culture to sustain peace and build a Vibrant Bodo Society.

Aims of the Mohotsov:

• It aims to capitalise on the richness of cultural and linguistic heritage, ecological biodiversity and touristic potential of Bodoland.
•  It aims to integrate the indigenous Bodo people residing not only in Bodoland but also in other parts of Assam, West Bengal, Nepal, and other international border areas of the North East. 

Theme of the Mohotsov:

• The theme for the Mohotsov is ‘Peace and Harmony for Prosperous Bharat’ with focus on the rich culture, language and education of the Bodo community along with other communities from the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).
•  Thematic Discussion on “Indigenous cultural meet & discussion on building ‘Vibrant Bodoland’ Region through culture & tourism” will also be organised with the objective of promoting tourism and culture of Bodoland region.
•  Significantly, the Mohotsov is also about celebrating the remarkable journey of recovery and resilience ever since the signing of the Bodo Peace Accord in 2020 under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.