Sons of the Soil Awards 2025: Honouring Assam’s Excellence

In a grand celebration of talent and dedication, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, conferred the ‘Sons of the Soil Emerging Achievers Award’ to five outstanding individuals from Assam at the 5th Biennial Sons of the Soil Awards 2025, held in Guwahati. The event, organised by Care Luit, recognised emerging achievers and lifetime contributors whose work continues to elevate Assam’s profile on the national stage.

Five Emerging Achievers Felicitated

The Emerging Achievers Awards were presented to five individuals who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and perseverance in their respective fields,

1. Sukrita Baruah – Media & Communication
2. Sanghamitra Kalita – Entrepreneurship
3. Isharani Baruah – Sports
4. Himjyoti Talukdar – Art & Culture
5. Dr. Debjani Borah – Conservation

These awardees represent the dynamic, aspiring, and progressive face of Assam, contributing to the state’s and the nation’s development narrative through their groundbreaking work.

Lifetime Achievement Awards Recognise Veteran Contributors

Alongside emerging talents, the ceremony honoured five senior personalities with Lifetime Achievement Awards for their decades of service and leadership,

1. Arun Nath – Art & Culture
2. Ravi Shankar Ravi – News Media
3. Mainuddin Ahmed – Sports
4. Lakhimi Baruah – Entrepreneurship
5. Simanta Das – Public Service

Their enduring contributions have helped shape Assam’s cultural, social, and institutional landscape, inspiring generations of citizens.

Social Sector Recognition

Special recognition under the Social Sector Development Award was given to,

1. Dr. Alaka Sarma
2. Akshar Foundation

They were honoured for their transformative impact in education and community empowerment, showcasing how grassroots efforts can catalyse large-scale societal change.

About the Sons of the Soil Awards

• Founded: 2016
• Organised By: Care Luit
• Purpose: To recognise individuals and organisations whose dedication and service reflect the pride, resilience, and heritage of Assam
• Award Categories: Emerging Achievers, Lifetime Achievement, Social Sector Development

Key Static Facts

• Award Name: Sons of the Soil Awards
• Edition: 5th Biennial (2025)
• Organiser: Care Luit
• Emerging Achievers
• Sukrita Baruah – Media & Communication
• Sanghamitra Kalita – Entrepreneurship
• Isharani Baruah – Sports
• Himjyoti Talukdar – Art & Culture
• Dr. Debjani Borah – Conservation
• Lifetime Achievement Recipients: Arun Nath, Ravi Shankar Ravi, Mainuddin Ahmed, Lakhimi Baruah, Simanta Das
• Social Sector Awardees: Dr. Alaka Sarma and Akshar Foundation

In which year were the Sons of the Soil Awards founded?

A. 2015
B. 2016
C. 2017
D. 2018