Tag: AMBIKAGIRI RAICHOUDHURY

Ambikagiri Raichoudhury, popularly known as 'Assam Kesari,' was a renowned Assamese poet, lyricist, singer, prose writer, news worker, magazine editor, patriot, and social worker. A leading freedom fighter in India's independence movement, he left an indelible mark on Assam's literary, cultural, and political history. Early Life and Education Birth: Born in 1885 into the famous Raichoudhury family of Barpeta. Parents: Father - Krishnaram Raichoudhury, Mother - Devika Devi. Education: After completing primary education in Barpeta, he studied in class VIII in Guwahati. Early Activism: Joined the Swadeshi Movement in 1904-05 and participated in social development work. Anti-British Activities: Formed a British Opposition Anarchist team with other youths, leading to his capture by the British from 1908-1915. Role in India’s Freedom Struggle Participated actively in the Independence Movement, enduring imprisonment multiple times (1908-1915, 1921, 1930). Became a patriotic follower of Mahatma Gandhi. Composed nationalist songs during imprisonment, inspiring freedom fighters. Published the drama Bandini Bharat in 1906, which was intercepted by British police, leading to eight years of police vigilance. Literary Contributions Poetry and Prose: Published several poetry books and used his writings as tools for political and social change. Editorial Works: Edited Assam Bandhva and Dekaa Asom. Patriotic Literature: Authored Songs of the Cell during the 1921 Non-Cooperation Movement. Books and Dramas: Published Deka-Dekarir Veda and Ahuti, and the patriotic drama Bandini Bharat. Social and Cultural Efforts Organizations Founded: Asom Songrokhini Sobhaa (Assam Preservation Council). Axom Jaatiyo Mohasobhaa. Assam Shiksha Prachar Samiti. Literary-Cultural Activities: Promoted Assamese folk songs and eradicated Bengali Yatra Naat influences in Barpeta. Economic Initiatives: Established Swadeshi Kinok Sangha and Mayabini Chemical Works to encourage economic self-sufficiency among Assamese society. Significant Political Actions Preservation of Assamese Identity: Advocated for the rights of Assamese people against infiltrators. Assam Self-Defense Force: Played a critical role during the 1946-47 crisis to prevent Assam's inclusion in Pakistan, uniting Hindu and Muslim communities. Recognition and Legacy Assam Sahitya Sabha: Served as its President in 1950. Sahitya Akademi Award: Received the prestigious award in 1965. Ambikagiri Raichaudhuri Award: Instituted by the Assam Sahitya Sabha in his honor. Ambikagiri Raichoudhury passed away on 2 January 1967 at the age of 82, leaving behind a rich legacy of patriotism, literature, and cultural upliftment.

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