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Assam Cabinet Names Dr Harsha Bhattacharjee as 2025 Assam Baibhav Awardee
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 12:01 AM
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The Assam government announced its 2025 civilian award list, naming Dr Harsha Bhattacharjee as the recipient of the state's highest civilian honour, Assam Baibhav.
The Assam cabinet has released the list of civilian awardees for the year 2025, confirming Dr Harsha Bhattacharjee as the recipient of the Assam Baibhav, the state’s top civilian honour. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by the Chief Minister, underscoring the government's commitment to recognising outstanding contributions across the state.
Assam Baibhav, instituted in 2021, is conferred on individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service in fields such as literature, science, social work, or public life. Recipients receive a citation, a medal and a cash component, reflecting the state's appreciation of their achievements.
Dr Harsha Bhattacharjee’s selection places him among a distinguished cohort of awardees who will be honoured in a formal ceremony later this year. The government has indicated that the ceremony will be held in the state capital, providing a platform to celebrate the laureates’ contributions to Assam’s development and cultural heritage.
Assam Baibhav, instituted in 2021, is conferred on individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service in fields such as literature, science, social work, or public life. Recipients receive a citation, a medal and a cash component, reflecting the state's appreciation of their achievements.
Dr Harsha Bhattacharjee’s selection places him among a distinguished cohort of awardees who will be honoured in a formal ceremony later this year. The government has indicated that the ceremony will be held in the state capital, providing a platform to celebrate the laureates’ contributions to Assam’s development and cultural heritage.