Department of Assamese

Amguri College was established in 1967. The Department of Assamese was started from the time of establishment of the college. We feel proud that Assamese classes were initially taken by our honourable founder Principal, Late Mr. Arun Mahanta, and later managed by temporary teacher Mr. Dulal Phukon. Mrs. Suvarna Dutta Rai Boruah (HOD, Assamese) joined the department in 1972. Over the years, several dedicated teachers including Dr. Arpana Konwar, Mrs. Rina Borah, Mrs. Nilima Baruah, Mr. Tulu Phukan, Mrs. Krishna Dutta Saikia and Late Phatik Saikia served the department.

In 1983, Dibrugarh University approved the Major Course in Assamese at Amguri College. Today the department offers 50 seats in Assamese Major. Presently there are four Assistant Professors — Mrs. Dipanjali Devi (joined 2008), Dr. Mala Hazarika (joined 2016), Dr. Pranati Baruah (joined 2022) and Dr. Jayanta Dutta (joined 2022). The department has produced many distinguished alumni including Dr. Himadri Dutta, Dr. Mala Hazarika, Dr. Pranab Dhekial Phukan (serving as Assistant Professors in various colleges) and Dr. Bismita Dutta, a Professor of Practice in Sattriya Dance at Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat.

The department publishes a departmental Wall Magazine and Hand-written Magazine since 2012. The departmental forum 'Bibhagiya Chora' helps students develop intellectual, mental and creative skills through competitions and field studies. The department regularly organises National Seminars, workshops and webinars.

Aims & Objectives

• Prepare students for graduation in Assamese language and literature.
• Impart general ideas of language, literature, culture and tradition of Assam.
• Prepare students for higher studies and research.
• Introduce basic concepts of Indian and world literature.
• Provide guidance to improve writing skills.
• Help students recognise their personal values and apply them in society.