Archive · 21 Sep 2026
Assam Governor Felicitates 96-Year-Old Freedom Fighter Phanidhar Gogoi
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya visited Phanidhar Gogoi at his home in Dibrugarh.
Gogoi is 96 years old.
He worked as a teacher and also took part in the freedom struggle.
The governor honored him for serving the nation throughout his life.
Gogoi received a traditional Assamese gamosa and shawl.
He was also given a cheque for Rs 51,000, a dhoti, an umbrella and fruit.
The visit was part of a program honoring senior citizens.
Acharya said Gogoi’s life can inspire other people.
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya felicitated 96-year-old freedom fighter Phanidhar Gogoi.
Acharya visited Gogoi’s residence in Dibrugarh under the Governor Assam Varishtha Nagrik Samman initiative.
Gogoi was honored for his lifelong service as a teacher and freedom fighter.
The governor presented Gogoi with a Rs 51,000 cheque and traditional Assamese gifts.
Acharya described Gogoi’s life as an example of dedication, diligence and discipline.
- Who
- Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya honored 96-year-old freedom fighter and educator Phanidhar Gogoi.
- What
- Gogoi was felicitated for his lifelong service to the nation.
- When
- Monday, September 21.
- Where
- At Gogoi’s residence in Dibrugarh, Assam.
- Why
- The honor recognized Gogoi’s service as a teacher and freedom fighter under the Governor Assam Varishtha Nagrik Samman initiative.
- Honoree
- Phanidhar Gogoi, a 96-year-old freedom fighter and teacher
- Governor
- Lakshman Prasad Acharya
- Location
- Gogoi’s residence in Dibrugarh, Assam
- Initiative
- Governor Assam Varishtha Nagrik Samman
- Cash honor
- Rs 51,000
- Other gifts
- An Assamese gamosa, seleng sador, dhoti, umbrella and basket of fruits