Biographical Poem Titled 'Lachit (The Warrior)' Released on Lachit Diwas

GUWAHATI: A biographical poem titled 'Lachit (The Warrior) written by police officer and writer Partha Sarathi Mahanta about Mahavir Lachit Borphukan was released today at Sankardev Kalakshetra. The poem, produced in audio-visual media, was unveiled at the Lachit Diwas celebrations of Tai- Ahom Yuva Parishad by Padmashri Dr. Jogendra Nath Phukan and Commissioner of Police Harmeet Singh.

The poem, conceptualized by Partha Sarathi Mahanta, has been recited by noted educationist Dr Amarjyoti Choudhury while accompanying music provided by Rupam Talukdar. The creative director is Anupam Mahanta. The function was attended by Arunachal Pradesh deputy CM Chowna Mein, officers of the Indian Army's 51 sub- area at Narengi and fans of Lachit Barphukan. The poem is about the life and work of Lachit Barphukan, including his military tactics and brilliant leadership of the Ahom army.

The poem has been released as a tribute to the great Ahom general Lachit Barphukan, as part of his 400th birthday celebrations.

Assam Govt has organised a 3-day mega event in New Delhi for 17th century's great Ahom General Lachit Borphukan, best known for leading the Ahom troops which fought and defeated advancing Mughal troops at the Battle of Saraighat in 1671. Through high-profile-celebrations, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma led Assam Govt plans to push for his recognition as a national hero.

Week long celebrations in state and elsewhere already began on Nov 18 & will culminate on Nov 25. 3 days of celebrations organised centrally in New Delhi on Nov 23 with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurating the celebrations."Every Indian Must Know Lachit's Courage & Valour", said Sitharaman

PM Narendra Modi to attend event on Nov 25. "Lachit's victory at the Saraighat battle helped to preserve the Ahom kingdom's independence", said CM Sarma. 'Lachit created history by foiling their (Mughal's) imperialist policy at Saraighat'. Eminent sand artist Sudarshan Patnaik shares his artwork on Twitter. Assam CM thanked Patnaik, calling it a 'marvel'. A grand memorial at Lachit Barphukan's maidam in Jorhat district is also coming up. Besides a War Memorial at Alaboi near Guwahati. Also on the cards is a memorial building in Lachit's honour at National Police Academy, Hyderabad.

Also read: Union Finance Minister Inaugurates 400th Birthday Celebration of Lachit Borphukan

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