Notable Persons

Lakshminath Bezbarua Lakshminath BezbaruaHomen Borgohain, a renowned author and journalist, delved into the significance of Laxminath Bezbaruah, shedding light on his literary works and his role as an inspiration to a whole generation of writers. However, Borgohain noted that some critics unjustly compare Bezbaruah with Rabindranath Tagore, which he finds unfair and inevitable, considering their contemporaneous relationship and their guardianship roles in their respective fields. Bezbaruah faced the challenging task of steering the nascent ship of Assamese literature and establishing its identity during his time. This burden influenced many of his writings, which were often aimed at a broader audience,…