was a commander and Borphukan in the Ahom kingdom, located in present-day Assam, India, known for his leadership in the 1671 Battle of Saraighat that thwarted a drawn-out attempt by Mughal forces under the command of Ramsingh I to take over Ahom kingdom. He died about a year later due to illness.
Born: 24 November 1622, Charaideo
Died: 25 April 1672, Jorhat
Borphukan and Commander-in-Chief of the Ahom army
Battles/wars: Battle of Alaboi, Lead the Ahom army to decisive victory in 1671 Battle of Saraighat
What is lachit divas in Assam?
Lachit Divas is a regional holiday observed in Assam on 24 November every year in remembrance of the brave Ahom army general Lachit Borphukan. Lachit Borphukan was born on 24 November 1622 in Charaideo and is known for his military intelligence in the Battle of Saraighat.
How many times Ahom defeated Mughals?
The mighty Ahoms fought and won against the Mughal empire seventeen times! In fact, they were the only dynasty not to fall to the Mughal Empire
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