Lachit Borphukan

Lachit Borphukan was a 17th-century Assamese military commander known for his valor and leadership in resisting Mughal invasions. He is celebrated as a national hero in Assam, having played a pivotal role in the Battle of Saraighat in 1671, where he led the Ahom forces to victory against the much larger Mughal army. Borphukan's legacy endures in Assamese culture, symbolizing bravery and patriotism, and he is commemorated in various forms of art and literature.