Chowna Mein Receives Bhupen Hazarika Award 2026
GUWAHATI | November 6: Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has been conferred the prestigious Bhupen Hazarika Samanvay Award 2026 by the Bhupen Hazarika Cultural Trust in recognition of his contribution towards strengthening the cultural and emotional ties between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The award was presented in Guwahati on the occasion of the 15th death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. Assam Minister Atul Bora presented the honour to Mein during the commemorative programme. In a post expressing his gratitude, Mein described the recognition as more than a personal achievement, saying it symbolises the deep-rooted cultural connections and longstanding relationship between the people of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. He highlighted Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's extraordinary relationship with Arunachal Pradesh, recalling the legendary singer and composer's affection for the state, its people and its diverse cultural traditions. Mein noted that Haz...