Guwahati: The Asam Sahitya Sabha revealed five candidates for the 2027-29 presidential term this week. Senior members finalized the shortlist during a high-level meeting at the organization headquarters. They have officially kicked off the selection process for the state's premier literary institution.
The five nominees include Dr. Karabi Deka Hazarika, Dr. Anil Saikia, Prahlad Chandra Tasa, Thaneswar Malakar, and Dr. Jagadish Patgiri. These individuals seek to lead the group as it continues its work promoting Assamese language, literature, and cultural heritage.
Leadership remains tight-lipped. The organization has not yet shared details regarding the subsequent stages of the selection process or the timeline for the final announcement. The Sabha holds a long-standing role in the region.
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