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Honoring a Legend: Assam Celebrates State Sports Day

Assam observes State Sports Day to honor Bhogeswar Baruah, the first Arjuna Awardee from the region, marking his birth anniversary.

Jyotismita Choudhury | | 1 min read

Honoring a Legend: Assam Celebrates State Sports Day
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Assam is observing State Sports Day to honor the birth anniversary of legend Bhogeswar Baruah, the first Arjuna Awardee from Assam and the Northeast.

Key Highlights

  1. Honoring a Legend: State Sports Day (also celebrated as Abhiruchi Sports Day) marks the birthday of Bhogeswar Baruah, who famously set a record in the 800-meter event at the 1966 Bangkok Asian Games and won silver in the 4x400m relay in 1970.
  2. Tributes From Leaders: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and other state leaders paid rich tributes to Baruah, praising his pioneering role in placing Assam on India's sporting map.
  3. Boosting Sports Infrastructure: The celebrations highlight the state's ongoing momentum to nurture young talent, supported by new world-class facilities such as the ₹118 crore Lovlina Borgohain Sports Arena.


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