Hemchandra Barua

Hemchandra Barua
Born10 December 1835
Dergaon, Assam
Died1897
LanguageAssamese
NationalityIndian
Notable worksHemkosh

Hemchandra Barua (Hêmsôndrô Bôruwa), also known as Hem Barua was a prominent writer, social reformer of Assamese of the 19th century. He hailed from Dergaon, Golaghat district of Assam. Barua was known by pseudonym Bhaxar Oja for his immense contributions towards foundation of modern Assamese language.[1]

  1. ^ "Guwahati: 125th Death Anniversary of 'Bhaxar Oja' Hemchandra Baruah Observed". pratdintime.com. Retrieved 1 March 2024.