Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Novel on Ahom founder Sui-ka-pha launched at Assam Book Fair 2025
A new book about Sui-ka-pha, the founder of the Assamese nation, was introduced at the Assam Book Fair.
The book, written by Dhrubajyoti Barman, tells the story of Sui-ka-pha's life, from his birth to his death.
It explains how he traveled through difficult mountains and brought different communities together to form Assam.
The author hopes that this book will help people, especially young readers, learn more about Assam's history and the important role Sui-ka-pha played.
Another famous writer, Padumi Gogoi, also spoke about the book, saying it is a great way to understand history and think about the future of Assam.
A novel titled 'Chaolung: Patkair Heepare Aru Epaare' by Dhrubajyoti Barman was launched at the Assam Book Fair 2025.
The book chronicles the life and legacy of Swargadeo Sui-ka-pha, the founder of the Assamese nation.
It highlights Sui-ka-pha's journey across the Patkai hills and his efforts to unite diverse communities in Assam.
The novel aims to make Sui-ka-pha's life accessible to younger readers by blending historical narrative with literary storytelling.
Senior author Padumi Gogoi praised the book for its literary treatment of history and its role in prompting readers to reflect on the future of Assamese society.
- Who
- Author Dhrubajyoti Barman and senior Assamese author Padumi Gogoi
- What
- Launch of a novel titled 'Chaolung: Patkair Heepare Aru Epaare' about Sui-ka-pha
- When
- December 27, 2025
- Where
- Khanapara, Guwahati, at the Assam Book Fair
- Why
- To create awareness about Sui-ka-pha's contribution to Assam and to engage younger readers with Assam's history
- Title
- Chaolung: Patkair Heepare Aru Epaare
- Author
- Dhrubajyoti Barman
- Event
- Assam Book Fair (Granthamela) 2025
- Location
- Khanapara, Guwahati
- Date
- December 27, 2025
- Subject
- Life and legacy of Swargadeo Sui-ka-pha
- Target Audience
- Younger readers and Assamese community