The Ahom Dynasty: How a Migrant Tribe Became the Rulers of Assam
If you are fascinated by the history of Northeast India, you might have heard of the Ahom dynasty, a powerful kingdom that ruled over Assam for nearly six centuries. But how much do you really know about this remarkable dynasty and its legacy? The first king of the Ahom kingdom was Chaolung Sukaapha, a Shan prince of Mong Mao (present day Yunnan, China) who crossed the Patkai mountain region to reach Brahmaputra valley and lay foundation of the Ahom Dynasty. He founded the capital city ,Charaideo. They were known for their strong strategies and alliances, which helped them in resisting foreign invasion, including those from the Mughals. One of the most legendary Ahom warriors was Lachit Borphukan, the general of the Ahom Kingdom. The Ahom Kingdom would see its first major engagement against an imperial power in the form of the Mughal Empire in 1615. The Ahom capital of Garhgaon was occupied by the Mughals in 1662, but they were dislodged in subsequent engagements. Fina...