Nitya Bora, noted Assamese writer and former editor of Asomiya Pratidin, passed away in Jorhat at the age of 83.

About Nitya Bora

• Born: 1943, Jamugurihat, Assam
• Began his career as an officer in the Life Insurance Corporation, later transitioned into journalism and literature.
• Served as Editor of Asomiya Pratidin, one of Assam’s leading newspapers.

Major Contributions

• Journalism:
  • Played a key role in shaping modern Assamese media discourse.
  • Known for his analytical writing and editorial leadership.
• Literature:
  • Authored significant works such as: Atmaghati Asomiya, Jagroto Bibek: Udayaditya Bharali, Dusamayar Samay.
  • His writings reflected social concerns, identity issues, and contemporary challenges in Assam.
• Editorial Initiatives:
  • Founder-editor of Sampatrik Samayiki (1976–1985), an influential socio-cultural magazine.
  • Contributed to Amar Pratinidhi, edited by Bhupen Hazarika, under a pen name.
  • Edited Bezboruah Rachanawali (Works of Lakshminath Bezbarua) & Itihas Aru Aitijya (on historian Dr. Amalendu Guha).

Exam Hook

Prelims Question:
Which of the following works is associated with Nitya Bora?

1. Atmaghati Asomiya
2. Dusamayar Samay
3. Kirtan Ghosha

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

One-line wrap: Nitya Bora’s life reflects the enduring role of journalism and literature in shaping Assam’s socio-cultural consciousness.

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