When was Saraighat bridge constructed? [#808]

The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963. The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.

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The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963. The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.

Sanjib Baruah is a renowned scholar and commentator on the socio-political issues of northeast India. His book "India Against Itself" delves into the insurgency in Assam and explores the politics of subnationalism.

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Sanjib Baruah is a renowned scholar and commentator on the socio-political issues of northeast India. His book "India Against Itself" delves into the insurgency in Assam and explores the politics of subnationalism.

Dibrugarh. Dibrugarh district of Assam has the highest number of tea gardens.

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Dibrugarh. Dibrugarh district of Assam has the highest number of tea gardens.

Ustad Bismillah Khan used to play Shehnai. Ustad Bismillah Khan (1916 – 2006) (Real name is Qamaruddin Khan), was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the Shehnai.

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Ustad Bismillah Khan used to play Shehnai. Ustad Bismillah Khan (1916 – 2006) (Real name is Qamaruddin Khan), was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the Shehnai.

Bhabendra Nath Saikia

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Bhabendra Nath Saikia

Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.

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Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.

Brahma Pala

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Brahma Pala

Ajan Fakir, also known as Nizamuddin Auliya, was a Sufi saint who traveled to Assam in the 17th century. He is credited with composing the Jikir and Jaari geets, devotional songs that blend Assamese folk music with Sufi and Islamic influences. These songs hold a significant place in Assamese cultural heritage and are still widely sung and appreciated today.

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Ajan Fakir, also known as Nizamuddin Auliya, was a Sufi saint who traveled to Assam in the 17th century. He is credited with composing the Jikir and Jaari geets, devotional songs that blend Assamese folk music with Sufi and Islamic influences. These songs hold a significant place in Assamese cultural heritage and are still widely sung and appreciated today.

According to the 2011 Census, approximately 61.47% of the Assam population follows Hinduism.

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According to the 2011 Census, approximately 61.47% of the Assam population follows Hinduism.

Rastrakutas

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Rastrakutas

Bar Raja Phuleswari Konwari, the first wife of King Siva Singha, is credited with excavating the Gaurisagar Tank. She was a powerful queen who also constructed three significant temples on the tank's banks.

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Bar Raja Phuleswari Konwari, the first wife of King Siva Singha, is credited with excavating the Gaurisagar Tank. She was a powerful queen who also constructed three significant temples on the tank's banks.