Assam Students Day 2025: On 26th March 2023, the Assam government declared 31st March as Assam Students’ Day to honor Lt. Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma. The day will be celebrated across all educational institutions—schools, colleges, and associations—as a special tribute to the student leader.
31st March marks the birth anniversary of Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma, widely regarded as the ‘Father of the Bodo People.’ This day will serve as a reminder of his remarkable contributions to society. In this article, we will explore the significance of Students’ Day in Assam and highlight the legacy of Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma.
Assam Students Day Overview
State | Assam |
Event | Assam Student Day |
Date | 31st March |
Honored Person | Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma |
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About Assam Students Day
Assam Students Day, or Chatra Divas, is celebrated annually on 31st March to honor the birth anniversary of the renowned social reformer and student leader, Upendra Nath Brahma. A man of many talents, Upendra Nath Brahma pursued an M.Sc. in Physics, served as an Income Tax Inspector, worked as a Science Teacher, and held the position of President of the Central ABSU.
He is best remembered for leading the ‘Non-Violent Bodoland Movement’ and for his powerful slogan, ‘Live and Let Live.’ To commemorate his invaluable contributions, the Assam government declared his birthday, 31st March, as Assam Students’ Day, a day to pay tribute to his legacy.
In 2025, Assam Students Day has been celebrated for the third time in the state, marking a significant occasion to honor the contributions and legacy of students’ movements in Assam.
Assam Students Day 2025 Celebration
The third Assam Student Day was celebrated at the KBR Auditorium, Cotton University. The event was organized by the BTR government in collaboration with the Assam Education Minister to pay tribute to the Bodo leader Upendra Nath Brahma. During the program speech the BTR CEM has revealed that the BTR Govt is set to established a new international school names as- Bodofa International School of Peace.
The ABSU celebrated Foraisa San at Bodofa’s birthplace, Dotma, Tulungapuri, along with students from UN Brahma Schools and Colleges. Here are some glimpses of the celebration.
Upendra Nath Brahma
Bodofa Upendra is fondly remembered as the “Father of Bodos”, and his birthday is commemorated as Students Day in Assam from 31 March 2023. The All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) and other organizations of Bodo community has been observing 31st March as a student day in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) and various other places, Since the early days.
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FAQ
1. When is student day celebratd in Assam?
Student Day is celebrated on 31st March in Assam to honor the birth of Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma, the former President of the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), and a committed social activist. While this day is not observed nationally, it is widely celebrated across Assam in recognition of his significant contributions to society.
2. Why do people of Assam celebrate Assam Student Day?
Student’s Day is celebrated on 31st March in Assam to mark the birth anniversary of Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma, in honor of his immense contributions to the state and the people.