Joy Bhadra Hagjer
| Joy Bhadra Hagjer | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born |
2 April 1914 Nanadisa near Haflong |
| Died |
16 July 1973 (aged 59) Shillong, Shillong |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Spouse(s) | Nirupama Hagjer |
| Occupation | Politician, Writer,MP,MLA, Cabinet Minister for Tribal Areas and Development, Minorities and Culture, Govt. of Assam |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Joy Bhadra Hagjer ; 1914–1973) was popularly known as "leader of the Hills.[1] He held many portfolios in the Assam Legislative Assembly. During the period of his demise, he was undivided Assam's Minister of Veterinary, Jails and Minority Affairs as on 18 July 1973. He belong to the Dimasa community. He founded the Bodo Sahitya Sabha as its President.[2]
Early life and education
Joy Bhadra Hagjer was born in the tiny village named Nanadisa located near Haflong. He did his Bachelor of Arts from Murari Chand College, Sylhet.
References
External links
- http://megassembly.gov.in/proceedings/1973/23-07-1973.htm
- http://164.100.47.5/Newmembers/mpterms.aspx
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