“O Mur Apunar Desh” is the revered state song of Assam, India. Penned by the eminent Assamese poet Lakshminath Bezbarua and set to music by Kamala Prasad Agarwala, this song embodies the cultural and emotional essence of Assam. Initially published in 1909, it was officially adopted as the state song in 2013.
The song was first introduced in 1909 through an Assamese magazine named Bahi (“flute“). The lyrics, crafted by Lakshminath Bezbarua, reflect his deep love and pride for the land of Assam. Kamala Prasad Agarwala composed the music that complements Bezbarua’s evocative words, creating a harmonious representation of Assamese heritage.
“O Mur Apunar Desh” was adopted as Assam’s state song during the Asom Chatrô Sônmilôn (Assam Student Conference) held in Tezpur in 1927. However, it wasn’t until 2013 that the Assam state government officially recognized it as the state song. This formal adoption underscores the song’s significance in the cultural identity of Assam.
The song was translated into Mising, a language spoken by the Mising community in Assam, by Tabu Taid. This translation helped in making the song accessible to a wider audience within the state, reflecting its universal appeal and importance.
The lyrics were penned by the eminent Assamese poet Lakshminath Bezbarua.
The music for "O Mur Apunar Desh" was composed by Kamala Prasad Agarwala.
The song was first introduced in 1909 through an Assamese magazine named Bahi ("flute").
"O Mur Apunar Desh" was officially adopted as the state song of Assam in 2013.
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