Assam: CM Unveils Statue of Ahom General Lachit Borphukan and Martyrs' Memorial

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a statue of the 17th-century army commander Lachit Borphukan, renowned for his role in thwarting a Mughal attempt to capture the erstwhile Ahom kingdom.

The inauguration took place at the Bir Lachit Borphukan Park in the cantonment, where a 'Shaheed Smarak' (Martyrs' Memorial) was also unveiled. The Martyrs' Memorial features a sculpture of an inverted rifle with an 'Amar Jawan' inscription. The ceremony was attended by Eastern Army Commander Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita at the Narengi Military Station. Lachit Borphukan's heroism was prominently displayed during the 1671 'Battle of Saraighat,' where he successfully halted the mighty Mughal forces' attempt, led by Raja Ramsingh-I, to conquer the kingdom. In recognition of his valor, the National Defence Academy has been awarding the Lachit Borphukan Gold Medal to its best cadet annually since 1999. A statue of him was also established in the complex near Pune. 

The statue and memorial stand as a testament to the valor and leadership of Lachit Borphukan in defending the Ahom kingdom against formidable odds.

In a historic move, the Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, is set to inaugurate "East Tech 2023," a groundbreaking event showcasing the latest advancements in defence weaponry and equipment technology on Tuesday. This unprecedented exhibition, hosted at the Maniram Dewan Trade Centre in Guwahati, marks the first time such a comprehensive event has been organized in the entire Northeast region.

"East Tech 2023" is a joint initiative led by the Eastern Army Command in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Government of Assam. The primary objective is to raise awareness about contemporary technologies and hardware solutions available from Indian defence manufacturers under the 'Raksha Atmanirbharat' (self-reliant defence) initiative. The event seeks to address the ever-evolving operational requirements of the Eastern Command through the integration of indigenous, innovative, and future-oriented technologies.

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