Lachit borphukan: Learn about Lachit Borphukan

Learn about Lachit Borphukan , a military commander who led the Ahom army to victory over the Mughals in 1671. Discover his life, legacy, quotes, and honors in this article by ClearIAS, a website for civil service exam preparation. Born on 24 November 1622 in Charaideo, Assam, Lachit was the youngest son of Sukuti (popularly called Momai-tamuli), Assam’s General in the Ahom-Mughal wars during the reign of Mughal Emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan. Who was Lachit Borphukan ? Born on 24 th November, 1622, Borphukan was known for his leadership in the Battle of Saraighat, 1671 in which an attempt by Mughal forces to capture Assam was thwarted. He has been revered in Assam as the warrior who defeated Mughal armies in the Battle of Saraighat in 1671. He was commander of the Ahom armies during the battle of Saraighat – fought on the banks of Brahmaputra in Guwahati. He was a brilliant military commander.