In viewof the outbreak of coronavirus, the Bihu committees, especially in Guwahatihave decided to cancel the cultural programmes in the upcoming Bohag Bihuseason. As many as 26 Bihu committees on Friday decided not to organise anycultural programmes during Bihu season.

"Thedecision to cancel the cultural programmes was taken only to avoid massgathering. It is our responsibility to take care of the health of the citizensas well as the artistes," said a member of the Latasil Bihu Committee, after ameeting of representative of 26 Bihu committees of the city.

They further urged the Bihu committees of other parts of the State to take similar decisions to avoid mass gathering.