Assam has made history with its traditional dance, the Bihu, by breaking the Guinness World Record for the largest Bihu performance at a single venue. The event took place on April 13 at the Sarusajai stadium in Guwahati and involved over 11,000 nasonis (dancers) and dhuliyas (drummers). The goal of this mega performance was to enter the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest dance performance at a single venue.

The event had been in the making for quite some time, with auditions being held across the state to bring in the finest performers. The chief minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, expressed optimism that the event would help put Assam and its cultural history on the map throughout the world. The state government had set a goal to break two more world records: the largest Bihu dance in a single frame and the largest (dhuliya) drummer group.

Apart from this, the certificate for the GI tag-recognised 'Assamese gamusa' was also presented to the state government. Earlier in March, the Guinness World Records had recognized a compilation of 42.9 lakh essays on Ahom commander Lachit Borphukan as the largest online photo album of handwritten notes.

The Guinness World Records adjudicator Swapnil Dangarikar handed over the official letter of recognition to the Chief Minister at the Janata Bhawan in Guwahati. The certificate for the mega attempt will be handed over later. Entries for the Guinness World Records Hall of Fame were being uploaded in a portal between October and November 2022.

The largest Bihu performance at a single venue showcases the state's rich cultural heritage. This event has helped to bring the traditional Bihu dance to the world stage and showcase the talent and dedication of the performers involved. It is a proud moment for Assam and an inspiration for other states to promote their unique cultural traditions.