About Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary:
- It is Asia’s first protected bird sanctuary.
- It was established in 1633 AD by Ahom king Swargadeu Pratap Singha.
- Location: It is located at Majuli - the world's largest river island.
- Ecological Significance: It hosts varieties of indigenous and migratory birds.
Key Facts about Charaichung Festival
- It is the second edition of the festival held in Majuli, Assam.
- This festival, organised with the support of Majuli Sahitya and local residents
- It aims to urge the government to further promote Charaichung as a tourism destination.
Majuli Island:
- It is the world’s largest river island located in Assam.
- The island is formed by the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries the Kherkutia Xuti and Subansiri
- Rice cultivation is the primary livelihood for the residents of Majuli, with several unique varieties of rice, such as Komal Saul and Bao Dhan, grown in the region.
- Most of the islanders belong to three tribes-Mishing, Deori, and Sonowal Kachari.
