A pair of buffalos lock horns during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.
The traditional buffalo fight was captured as Assam celebrated Magh Bihu. The buffalo fight returned as part of the festivities in 2024 after a brief ban. This fight ensures a delicate harmony between animal welfare and the celebration of ancient culture.
A pair of buffalos lock horns during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.
Buffaloes lock horns during a traditional buffalo fight as part of ‘Magh Bihu’ festivities, in Morigaon district, Assam.
A decorated buffalo stands during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.
Buffaloes lock horns during a traditional buffalo fight as part of ‘Magh Bihu’ festivities, in Sivasagar, Assam.
Villagers carry a buffalo during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.
A minor boy feeds grass to a buffalo during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.
An owner waits for his turn during a traditional buffalo fight held as part of Magh Bihu festivities at Boidyabori village, east of Guwahati, in the northeastern state of Assam.