Sujit Narzary Death Day – Bodoland Martyrs Day: Bodoland Martyrs Day is observed annually on June 12 to honor Lt. Sujit Narzary, the first martyr of the Bodoland Movement. In 2025, the people of Bodoland will commemorate the 38th Martyrs Day throughout the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).
Bodoland Martyrs Day Overview
In Bodo Language | Bodoland Mungkhlong San |
Observed By | All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) |
Type | Regional |
Venue | Martyr Sujit Narzary’s Tomb at Bhatipara village, Kokrajhar |
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Date | 12 June (annually) |
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Bodoland Martyrs Day
Every year, 12 June is observed as Bodoland Martyrs Day, commemorating the first Martyr of the Bodoland Movement – Late Sujit Narzary, and all the members and cadres who have sacrificed their priceless lives for the Bodoland statehood movement. There is no more tremendous sacrifice known to man/woman than giving one’s life to safeguard the community.
Sujit Narzary – First Martyr of Bodoland Movement
Late Sujit Narzary is recognized as the first Martyr of the Bodoland movement. He tragically lost his life on 12 June 1987, at the tender age of 15 years and 5 months, during the movement led by Bodofa Upendranath Brahma (1956-1990).
He was very brutally killed by chauvinist anti-tribal Assamese at Tihu Chowk, Nalbari, on his way back to the Kokrajhar after participating in a grand mass gathering at judges field in Guwahati seeking separate Bodoland statehood. His death anniversary is observed as Bodoland Martyrs Day.
Sujit Narzary Photos
36th Martys Day Observation in Bodoland
Below is a glimpse of the 36th Martyrs Day observation in Boroland, where many BTC EMs, MCLAs, ABSU leaders, different Bodo organization leaders, and other dignitaries are seen paying tribute and homage to the Martry Sujit Narzary.
BTR Govt – Bodoland Martyrs Day Declaration
The Bodo community has been observing Bodoland Martyrs Day for 36 years. However, the BTR (Bodoland Territorial Region) government has officially declared that June 12 will be recognized as Martyrs Day.
This annual observance is dedicated to honouring the death anniversary of Lt. Sujit Narzary, who was acknowledged as the first martyr of the Bodoland movement.
Under this government declaration, all offices of the relevant departments and educational institutions in the Bodoland Territorial Region will observe the day, ensuring that normal functions continue without interruption.
Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium
During the BTR Budget 2024-25 session held on June 18 and 19 at the BTCLA House in Bodofa Nwgwr, Kokrajhar, it was announced that the BTR Government would initiate the construction of the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at 40 locations, one in each MCLA constituency. The estimated cost for each auditorium is Rs. 1 crore, totalling Rs. 40 crores for all locations.
Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium Construction
The construction of the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium is progressing steadily, with several sections already completed and others in the works. As of now, the foundation stone for the Memorial Auditorium Hall has been laid in various locations. Here’s an update on the construction progress:
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Goreswar constituency – Completed on 17th December 2023.
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Baksa – Completed on 11th March 2024.
- Foundation Stone Laid for the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium construction at Khoirabari, Udalguri – Laid on 8th March 2024.
- Foundation Stone Laying for the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Khagrabari – Scheduled for 13th March 2024.
- Foundation Stone for the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium Hall at Ansumwi – Laid on 21st February 2025.
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Manas Serfang – Completed on 23rd February 2025.
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Kalaigaon – Completed on 6th January 2025.
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Kajalgaon – Scheduled for completion on 23rd March 2025.
- Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium at Shantipur under 14 Chirang Duar BTC Constituency – Under construction.
These ongoing efforts reflect the dedication towards honouring Martyr Sujit Narzary’s legacy with state-of-the-art facilities across multiple locations.ds honoring Martyr Sujit Narzary’s legacy with state-of-the-art facilities across multiple locations.
Images
The images for the Martyr Sujit Narzary Memorial Auditorium, which has either been inaugurated or had its foundation stone laid is given in the below, We will update as soon as we receive all the complete images of the auditorium.
FAQ
1. Which Date is Observed as Bodoland Martyrs Day?
12 June is observed as Bodoland Martyrs Day every year.
On 12 June 1987, the young boy named Sujit Narzary of 15.5 years tragically lost his life while returning back from the grand mass gathering of Bodoland Movement at judges field in Guwahati. His death anniversary is observed as Bodoland Martyrs Day.
2. Who is the First Martyr of Bodoland Movement?
The First Martyr of Bodoland Movement is Lt. Sujit Narzary.