Bir Chilarai Divas is celebrated in which state of India every year?

The correct answer is Assam Key Points Bir Chilarai Divas is an annual regional public holiday observed in the Indian state of Assam . It is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of the legendary military commander of the Koch dynasty , Bir Chilarai . He was the younger brother of Maharaja Nara Narayan , who ruled the Kamata Kingdom in the 16th century. Born as Shukladhwaj , he earned the name Chilarai (meaning 'Kite King') because his speed and military tactics in battle were as swift as a chila (kite). The festival falls on the Purnima (full moon) of the Hindu month of Magh (usually in February ). Additional Information The Government of Assam confers the Bir Chilarai Award , which is the state's highest award for bravery and gallantry . Bir Chilarai was instrumental in expanding the Koch Empire and played a vital role in the cultural renaissance of the region. He was a great patron of Srimanta Sankardeva , the famous Neo-Vaishnavite saint and scholar, helping him spread the Ekasarana Dharma . His contributions to Assamese history and his military genius make him a revered figure in the state's heritage.