Joy Bhadra Hagjer

Joy Bhadra Hagjer
Personal details
Born (1914-04-02)2 April 1914
Nanadisa near Haflong
Died 16 July 1973(1973-07-16) (aged 59)
Shillong, Shillong
Nationality Indian
Spouse(s) Nirupama Hagjer
Occupation Politician, Writer,MP,MLA, Cabinet Minister for Tribal Areas and Development, Minorities and Culture, Govt. of Assam
Religion Hinduism

Joy Bhadra Hagjer (1914–1973) was an Indian politician.[1] He held many portfolios in the Assam Legislative Assembly. During the period of his demise, he was undivided Assam's Minister of Veterinary, Jails and Minority Affairs as on 18 July 1973. He belongs to the Dimasa community. He founded the Bodo Sahitya Sabha as its President.[2]

Early life and education

Joy Bhadra Hagjer was born in the tiny village named Nanadisa located near Haflong. He did his Bachelor of Arts from Murari Chand College, Sylhet.

References

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