HT Correspondent
KOKRAJHAR, June 15: In a significant tribute to one of Assam’s most revered tribal leaders, Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Pramod Boro, unveiled the restored statue and mausoleum of Rupnath Brahma in Kokrajhar on the occasion of his 124th birth anniversary on Sunday.
The ceremony drew a large and diverse gathering, reflecting the deep respect and admiration held for Rupnath Brahma across communities in the region.
The restored statue was inaugurated at Pragati Bhawan, Kokrajhar, while the mausoleum, marking his final resting place, was formally unveiled at Owabari village, his native home. The initiative was led by the Rupnath Brahma Memorial Day Observation Committee, with support from the Government of BTR.
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CEM Pramod Boro, along with Dr. Surath Narzary, President of the Bodo Sahitya Sabha, led the inauguration ceremonies and offered floral tributes to the legendary leader.
A seminar on the theme “Biography and Contribution of Mahari Sibisula Rupnath Brahma” was also held as part of the commemorative event, shedding light on the life, vision, and contributions of the trailblazing leader to Bodo society and the wider Assamese community.
Rupnath Brahma was a visionary leader, poet, scholar, and social reformer. He holds several historic firsts within the Bodo community—the first law graduate, first MLA, first Minister, and the longest-serving Tribal Minister in the Assam cabinet. He is widely credited as the architect of modern Kokrajhar.
Speaking at the event, CEM Pramod Boro said, “I’m honoured to have unveiled the grand statue of revered Rupnath Brahma Ji and inaugurated his final resting place in Owabari, Kokrajhar. A poet and a scholar, Rupnath Brahma Ji left a legacy of academic excellence, social reform and dedicated public service. His life was devoted to the welfare and progress of BTR, and this memorial will serve as an inspiration for future generations to come.”
The event was graced by MLA Lawrence Islary, Kokrajhar Municipality Board Chairperson Pratibha Brahma, senior government officials, scholars, cultural activists, and a large number of local residents who came together to honour Rupnath Brahma’s enduring legacy.
