Guwahati, Aug. 30 -- Assam's legendary 17th-century warrior, Lachit Borphukan, enthralled the global stage through the mesmerizing dance-drama Maha Veer Lachit Borphukan.

Staged on August 24 under the patronage of the Indian High Commission as part of our Independence Day celebrations, the performance marked the first time a full-length Assamese cultural production was showcased in South Africa.

The event brought Assam's rich heritage to an international audience, celebrating a hero whose legacy transcends borders.

Lachit's historical triumph at the 1671 Battle of Saraighat formed the heart of the drama.

Leading the Ahom forces on the Brahmaputra River, he outmaneuvered a formidable Mughal army, securing a victory that cemented his re...