Axam Xahitya Xabha (AXX) conferred the ‘Manav Dorodi’ honour on 37 eminent doctors from across Assam during the ‘Chikitsok Pranam’ programme held on National Doctors’ Day, recognising their outstanding contribution to healthcare and society.

The initiative highlights the importance of honouring doctors not only for their medical expertise but also for their humanitarian service and commitment to public welfare.

Key Highlights

• The ‘Manav Dorodi’ honour is conferred by Axam Xahitya Xabha (AXX) under its ‘Chikitsok Pranam’ initiative.
• The programme aims to recognise doctors for their selfless service, compassion, and contribution to building a healthier society.
• A total of 37 distinguished doctors from different parts of Assam were honoured during the 2026 celebration.
• The event was organised in collaboration with the Information Technology Sub-Committee of Axam Xahitya Xabha.

About National Doctors’ Day

• National Doctors’ Day is observed every year on 1 July across India.
• It commemorates the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a renowned physician, educationist, freedom fighter, and former Chief Minister of West Bengal.
• The day aims to acknowledge the invaluable contribution of doctors towards public health and nation-building.

About Axam Xahitya Xabha (AXX)

• • It is the oldest literary and cultural organisation of Assam, established in 1917 in Sivasagar. 
  • The Sabha was formed through the merger of two Kolkata-based pioneering bodies: the Asamiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha and the Assamese Literary Society.
  • It was created with the primary objective of promoting and preserving Assamese culture, language, and literature during a period of rising linguistic consciousness.
  • The inaugural conference of the Sabha took place in Sibsagar on December 26th, 1917. It was earlier organised under the name “Sodou Axom Sahitya Sanmilani.” 
  • It was registered as “Axom sahitya Sabha” in May of 1924, and the formal name changed from its initial title in 1944.
  • Padmanath Gohain Baruah served as the first President, while Sarat Chandra Goswami was the first Secretary.

• Nalinibala Devi was the first woman president (1954) of Sabha.

• In 1931, it conferred the title “Rasaraj” on Lakshminath Bezbarua, one of Assam’s greatest literary figures.
• Its official emblem was designed by Jugal Das on 28 October 1960, symbolising Assam’s rich literary tradition.
• The Chandrakanta Handique Bhawan in Jorhat serves as the permanent headquarters. 
  • This heritage building was donated by philanthropist Radhakanta Handique in memory of his son.
• The sabha has 9 regional offices across Assam, 7 branches outside Assam in and 3 branches abroad.

Exam Hook (Prelims)

Consider the following statements:

1. National Doctors’ Day in India is observed on 1 July to commemorate Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
2. Axam Xahitya Xabha was established in 1917 to promote Assamese language and literature.
3. The ‘Manav Dorodi’ honour is presented by Axam Xahitya Xabha to recognise humanitarian service by doctors.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3

One-Line Wrap

The ‘Manav Dorodi’ honour reflects Assam’s recognition of doctors as compassionate nation-builders who combine medical excellence with humanitarian service.