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- Lachit Borphukan was a general of the Ahom Dynasty.
- He fought bravely against the Mughal Empire.
- He was successful in stopping mughals from taking control of the entire Ahom kingdom.
- Lachit became Assam’s national hero after beheading his uncle with a sword.
- His famous saying is, “Detox koh Mumbai Dangor Nohoi” i.e. My uncle is not more precious than my own country.
- He heroically led his troops to victory in the Battle of Saraighat.
- He was born on 24th November 1622 and died on 25th April 1672.
- He died a year after the Battle of Saraighat from a long festering illness.
- He was successful in restoring and upholding the freedom of his country and people.
- His patriotism, bravery, dutifulness, and determination are enshrined in the history of Assam.
