Lachit Borphukan was born in 24 November 1622 and died on 25 April 1672. He played a
significant role in the Ahom Kingdom's history, particularly during the
Battle of Saraighat in 1671.
Lachit Borphukan, also known as Lachit Barphukan, was a prominent military commander in the Ahom Kingdom, which was a medieval kingdom in present-day Assam, India. He played a crucial role in the Ahom resistance against the Mughal forces during the Battle of Saraighat in 1671.
Lachit Borphukan served as the military commander during the reign of Ahom king Chakradhwaj Singha. The Mughals, led by the imperial forces under the command of Ram Singh I, sought to expand their influence into the Ahom Kingdom. The Battle of Saraighat was a decisive conflict that took place on the Brahmaputra River near Saraighat, a location in present-day Guwahati, Assam.
Lachit Borphukan's leadership and military strategies played a crucial role in the Ahom victory against the Mughals. His dedication to protecting the Ahom Kingdom from external threats has made him a revered figure in Assamese history and a symbol of resistance. Lachit Borphukan's legacy is celebrated annually in Assam on Lachit Divas, which commemorates his contributions to the defense of the Ahom Kingdom.
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