Anandaram Dhekial Phukan
Anandaram Dhekial Phukan | |
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| Born | 22 September 1829 Guwahati, Assam |
| Died | 16 June 1859 |
| Pen name | A Native |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Language | Assamese |
| Period | Orunodoi era of Assamese literature |
| Relatives | Haliram Dhekial Phookan (Father) |
Anandaram Dhekial Phukan (1829–1859) was one of the pioneers of Assamese literature in the Orunodoi era who joined in the literary revolution initiated by missionaries. He was remembered for his efforts in promoting the Assamese language. He played a major role in reinstating the Assamese language as the official language of Assam.