The Assam government is mulling to observe May 13 as ‘Ku-Xongskar Birudhi’ Diwas to honour Birubala Rabha who campaigned against witch hunting.

Birubala Rabha is known for her efforts against witch-hunting in the state.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “Birubala Rabha left for the heavenly abode on May 13. In the cabinet meeting that will be held later today, we will decide on whether May 13 can be celebrated as ‘Ku-Xongskar Birudhi’ Diwas (Anti-Superstition Day) in honour of her legacy. Additionally, a bronze statue of the late Padma Shri achiever will be erected to commemorate her contributions and keep her memory alive.”

Meanwhile, taking to platform ‘X’, CM Sarma wrote, “Padmashree Birubhala Rabha’s life exemplified indomitable courage. Her passing away is a great loss for us. Today at Goalpara, I visited her residence and reiterated that the fight against social evils will continue with greater vigour. This is the biggest tribute to her legacy.”