Suryavanshi IAS: Asom Divas 2025

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

📅 What is Asom Divas?

Asom Divas (also called Sukapha Divas) is celebrated every year on 2 December in the state of Assam.
The day commemorates the arrival of Chaolung Sukapha in Assam in 1228 AD — the founding of the Ahom kingdom, whose rule and legacy shaped Assam’s identity for nearly six centuries.

In his Asom Divas message, PM Modi:

Extended his “best wishes to my sisters and brothers of Assam.”
Called the occasion an opportunity to reaffirm commitment to fulfilling the vision of Chaolung Sukapha.
Noted that both the Centre (NDA government) and Assam Government have been working “tirelessly to boost the progress of Assam,” including improvements in physical and social infrastructure.
Highlighted efforts to popularise the Tai-Ahom culture and Tai language, seeing it as beneficial for Assam’s youth.

Cultural revival and identity: By emphasizing Tai-Ahom heritage and language, the message acknowledges Assam’s multi-ethnic past and aims to keep alive a distinct cultural identity rooted in centuries-old history.
Symbolic continuity: Linking Sukapha’s legacy (peace, integration, state-building) with modern development provides a narrative bridge — it combines cultural pride with contemporary welfare and growth. This helps build a sense of continuity and belonging for various ethnic groups in Assam.
Focus on youth and heritage preservation: Promoting the Tai-Ahom language and culture can encourage younger generations to explore and internalize their heritage. Institutes such as the Institute of Tai Studies and Research already offer courses in the Tai-Ahom language — reflecting institutional support.
Political signal: Such messages from the Prime Minister reiterate the Centre’s attention toward the Northeast, reinforcing its commitment to balanced regional growth and cultural respect. This has both governance and electoral significance.

When writing main answers or essays, you can draw upon Asom Divas and this message to highlight: