Who was posthumously awarded the Bir Chilarai Award by the Assam government on the occasion of Rabha Divas in June?

The correct answer is Deepak Chingakham. In News The Assam government posthumously conferred the Bir Chilarai Award on BSF constable Deepak Chingakham, who was killed in the line of duty in Jammu and Kashmir. Key Points Deepak Chingakham was a BSF constable and a resident of Manipur. He was killed in the line of duty in Jammu and Kashmir in May. The Bir Chilarai Award was presented posthumously on the occasion of Rabha Divas. The award ceremony was held at Nalbari during the central function commemorating Bishnu Prasad Rabha. Additional Information Bir Chilarai Award It is a prestigious state award of Assam. The award honours individuals for acts of bravery and supreme sacrifice. Named after Bir Chilarai, a legendary Ahom general known for courage and military leadership. Rabha Divas Observed to commemorate the death anniversary of Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha. Bishnu Prasad Rabha was a cultural icon, poet, artist and social thinker of Assam. The day highlights Rabha’s vision of social justice through culture and art.