PM Modi talks about Charaideo Moidam of Assam in 112th Mann Ki Baat, urges people to visit the 700 years old Ahom burial system

You too should definitely include this site in your travel plans in the future, PM Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed happiness that Charaideo Maidam, a unique 700-year old mound-burial system of the Ahom dynasty of Assam, has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and urged the people to include it in their travel plans in the future during the 112th episode of his monthly radio broadcast, Mann Ki Baat.

In the 112th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Charaideo Maidam of Assam is being included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In this list, it will be the 43rd site of India, but the first site from the Northeast.”

The PM said, “This question must be coming to your mind what is Chairaideo Moidam and why is it so special? Chairaideo means a shining city on the hills. This was the first capital of the Ahom Dynasty. People of the Ahom dynasty kept the mortal remains of their ancestors and their valuables in the Moidam. Moidam is a hillock-like structure which is covered with soil on top and has one or more rooms below. This is a symbol of respect for the kings and dignitaries of the Ahom Empire. This way of showing respect to one’s ancestors is very unique.”

“Community worship was also performed at this place. Other information about the Ahom Empire will surprise you more. Starting from the 13th century, the empire lasted till the beginning of the 19th century. It is a big achievement for an empire to continue for such a long time. Perhaps the principles and beliefs of the Ahom Empire were so strong that they kept this dynasty alive for many years,” PM Modi said.
Recalling the statue unveiling earlier this year at Charaideo Moidam, PM Modi said, “I still remembered that on March 9 this year, I had the privilege of unveiling the tallest statue of the great Ahom warrior Lachit Borphukan, a symbol of courage and bravery in Assam. During this programme, I had a different experience while following the spiritual tradition of the Ahom community. It is a big thing for me to get the privilege of paying respect to the ancestors of the Ahom community at Lachit Moidam.”

“Now, Charaideo Moidam becoming a World Heritage site will mean that more tourists will come here. You too should definitely include this site in your travel plans in the future,” the PM further added.
Meanwhile, PM Modi also congratulated Guwahati boy Ananda Bhaduri and his team for winning the Gold at the International Maths Olympiad and also interacted with them.

“A few days ago, the Olympics have also taken place in the world of mathematics – the International Mathematics Olympiad. Youth from more than 100 countries participated in the International Mathematics Olympiad and in the overall tally, our team has been successful in reaching the top five.”
He also urged young math experts to take inspiration from them to enjoy mathematics.

Mann Ki Baat is Prime Minister Modi’s monthly radio programme, where he discusses important national issues with the citizens of India. The programme is broadcast on the last Sunday of every month. Launched on October 3, 2014, Mann Ki Baat aims to connect with various segments of Indian society, encompassing women, the elderly, and the youth.

Apart from 22 Indian languages and 29 dialects, ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is broadcast in 11 foreign languages, including French, Chinese, Indonesian, Tibetan, Burmese, Baluchi, Arabic, Pashtu, Persian, Dari, and Swahili. Mann Ki Baat is broadcast by more than 500 centres of All India Radio.

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