Alaboi Ron Battle Anniversary observed on August 5

Exam-focused facts from the 8 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Battle of Alaboi was fought on August 5, 1669, near present-day Guwahati.
In the battle, 10,000 Ahom warriors sacrificed their lives against Mughal forces.
The sacrifice at Alaboi is considered a turning point that strengthened Ahom resistance.
The Ahom forces, led by Lachit Borphukan, defeated the Mughals at the Battle of Saraighat in 1671.
The anniversary of Alaboi Ron is observed annually in Assam.