Asom Ratna
| Asom Ratna অসম ৰত্ন | |
|---|---|
| Civilian award for contributions in literature, art and culture and social service | |
| Sponsored by | Government of Assam |
| Reward(s) | ₹300,000 |
| First awarded | 2009 |
| Last awarded | 2015 |
| Highlights | |
| Total awarded | 3 |
| First winner | Dr. Bhupen Hazarika |
| Last winner | Dr. Jitendranath Goswami |
Asom Ratna (অসম ৰত্ন) is the highest civilian award in the State of Assam, India. It is being conferred for outstanding contribution in literature, art and culture and social service. The award is offered by the Government of Assam. It was started in 2009 and Dr. Bhupen Hazarika was first awardee. Famous Indian scientist from Assam Dr. Jitendranath Goswami who got Asom Ratna for 2015 is last awardee. The award carries a cash prize of ₹300,000, a plaque and a shawl.
Recipients
[edit]| Seriel No | Name | Year | Field | Image | |
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| 1. | Dr Bhupen Hazarika[1] | 2009 | Arts | 
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| 2. | Dr. Mamoni Raisom Goswami[2] | 2010 | Literature | 
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| 3. | Dr. Jitendra Nath Goswami[3] | 2015 | Science and Technology | 
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References
[edit]- ^ "Asom Ratna". Assam Tribune.
- ^ "Mamoni Raisom chosen for Asom Ratna". Assam Tribune. Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 12 December 2012.
- ^ "Dr Jiten Goswami awarded Asom Ratna". Assam Tribune. Archived from the original on 11 October 2016. Retrieved 11 May 2016.