77th Biennial Session of Assam Sahitya Sabha : Held from January 31 to February 4, 2025, at Bhattadev Khetra in Pathsala, Bajali district, Assam.
Asam Sahitya Sabha
The first president of Asam Sahitya Sabha was Padmanath Gohain Baruah during the inaugural conference at Sibsagar in 1917.
- Established: 1917 in Sivasagar, Assam.
- a non Government, non profit, literary organisation of Assam
- Objective: Promotion and development of Assamese language, literature, and culture.
- Motto: “Chiro Senehi Mor Bhasha Jononi” (My Dear Language, My Mother).
- Headquarter: Chandrakanta Handique Bhawan, Jorhat, Assam
President: Basanta Kumar Goswami was elected as the new president of the Asom Sahitya Sabha in December 2024.
Significance of Assam Sahitya Sabha
- Guardian of Assamese Language: Plays a crucial role in preserving and standardizing
- Cultural Integration: Promotes harmony among ethnic groups in Assam.
- Promotion of Indigenous Languages: Supports Bodo, Karbi, and other regional languages.
- Youth Engagement: Encourages young writers and students to participate in literary activities.
