Today marks the ninth death anniversary of one of Assam's most beloved modern poets, Hiren Bhattacharya, fondly remembered as 'Hiru Da'.
His poems are considered remarkable for using lesser words which has the capacity of conveying deeper meanings. Love, patriotism, revolutionary zeal is visibly evident in all of his poems.
Assam Chief Minister on Sunday paid tribute to the poet stating that not only Bhattacharya enriched the poetic world, but, he also brought a new wave to Assamese poetry. The minister acknowledged that the poet was an exemplary personality, and he will remain recognized as an asset.
Hiren Bhattacharya's writing primarily revolved around the rural Assamese society giving a simplistic and realistic approach to the Assamese folklife. Nature was a predominant theme across most of his poems.
Born in 1932 in Jorhat town, Hiruda was a recipient of Sahitya Akademi and Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad awards. He was also a recipient of the Assam Valley Literary Award in 2000.
'Bhogali' and 'Jonaki Mon' remain two of his most popular works. The conspicuous presence of lyricism and detachment of the self is noteworthy.
His published poetry includes Roudro Kamona (1968), Kobitar Rod (1976), Tomar Bahi, Xugondhi Pokhilaa (1981), Mor Desh aru Mor Premor Kobita (1972) , Bibhinno Dinor Kobita, Shoichor Pothar Manuh (1991), Mur Prio Bornomala (1995), Bhalpuwar Buka Mati' (1995), Bhalpuwar Dikcou Batere (2000).
His collections of nursery rhymes, "Lora Dhemali" and "Akou Dhemali" are popular across Assamese households.