Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that the country of Indiais shedding its colonial mentality and is filled with pride in its history.
The Prime Minister spoke at Lachit Borphukan’s 400th birthday celebrations and stated, “I pay tribute to the Assamese people who given us courageous people like Lachit Borphukan. At a time when the nation is commemorating the Amrit Kaal of its independence, we were given the chance to celebrate the 400th birthday anniversary of Lachit Borphukan. This momentous day is a proud chapter in Assam’s history.”
He continued by saying that Assam’s past is a source of immense pride for India.
“We believe in uniting the various thoughts, beliefs and cultures of India,” said PM Modi.
“Today, India has broken the shackles of colonialism and is moving forward, celebrating our heritage and remembering our heroes with pride”, said the Prime Minister.
“Leaving behind the colonial mindset, the nation is filled with a sense of pride in our heritage. Today, India isn’t only celebrating its cultural diversity but also proudly remembering historical heroes of its culture,” he said at the 400th birth anniversary celebration of Lachit Borphukan.
“Great personalities like Lachit Barphukan, and immortal offsprings of Bharat Maa are our constant inspirations for the fulfilment of the resolutions of this Amrit Kaal,” he said.
According to the Prime Minister, India has always maintained its spiritual and cultural values and appreciated its rich cultural legacy.
He claimed that Lachit Borphukan’s example encourages us to uphold the “Nation First” credo.
“The new India is moving forward with the mantra of ‘Nation First’. When a nation knows about its heritage, it can create a path for its future. Veer Lachit Barphukan’s life gives us inspiration and direction, to always give priority to our great nation’s welfare,” he said.
The Prime Minister said that each and every young person in India is a fighter who defends their cultural heritage from outside pressures.
Lachit Borphukan, who was born on November 24th, 1622, in Charaideo, was renowned for his amazing military acumen in the Battle of Saraighat victory over the Mughals, which put an end to Aurangzeb’s growing ambitions.
Every year on November 24, Assam celebrates Lachit Diwas to honour Lachit Borphukan’s bravery and the Assamese army’s victory at the Battle of Saraighat.
On the occasion of the leader’s 400th birthday, the Center at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi arranged a signature event to highlight the life of one of the greatest warriors of eastern India and honour his accomplishments outside of his native state.