August 20 will be observed as Sootea Day by the Assam government from next year

August 20 will be observed as Sootea Day by the Assam government from next year.
Sootea Day to commemorate the region’s importance in the freedom movement, will be celebrated on August 20.
According to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, August 20 is recognised as Sootea Day by the people of Sootea.
The Chief Minister visited the Sootea Police Station in the Biswanath District earlier in the day.
He paid respects to the courageous people who hoisted the national flag in 1942.
He said that on August 20, 1942, the people of Sootea, led by the late Biman Chandra Bora, hoisted the national flag at the Sootea police station.
According to CM, Sootea has made important contribution to the nation’s struggle for freedom.
Chief Minister Sarma paid tributes to the bravehearts of Assam who participated in the Quit India Movement.
Additionally, CM announced that a history monument will be built by the government at the Sootea police station’s historic location.
He declared plans to invest Rs 5 crore in the project, which will highlight the rich history of Sootea Police Station and its adjoining areas.