About the Department

GLIMPSE OF BODO DEPARTMENT


The department of Bodo was established in the year 1993. Since its inception the department has been trying to provide Higher Education in the regional language, Bodo. At the beginning the department provided Extension Service (H.S.) in 1993. Since the subject was newly introduced in the Gauhati University itself, there were no qualified lectures to teach in the Department of Bodo in Jawaharlal Nehru College, Boko as per UGC norms. Gauhati University introduced the PG Diploma in Bodo at that time. At the beginning, the department offered only Higher Secondary classes. Mr. Jibeswar Koch was the founder lecturer of the Department. He was appointed as a Tutor for one year. The second lecturer of the department was Mr. Dharma Kanta Boro (1995) who served for the next year. Later on, Mr. Binod Goyary (1995), Janoki Boro (1997), were appointed as contractual lecturers. But they did not continue their services. Miss Bhairabi Baro joined in 2002 as a non-sanctioned and later on regularised in 2012. Ansuma Kh. Bodosa was appointed as a contractual lecturer in 2004 and joined in permanent post in 2020. Mr. Jyotish Basumatary (2009) and Mrs. Jili Alchiary (2013) were appointed as contractual lecturers. Moreover, Dr. Tanu Mashahary joined in a permanent post on 1st June 2023. Presently, Miss Bhairabi Baro is the Head of the Department. The Department offers three years degree course in both Major and General as per the prescribe syllabus of the Gauhati University.
The department has also started three months Add on course in “spoken Bodo” on 28th Dec, 2021. Its aims are to promote widespread fluency, ensuring that Bodo remains a living, dynamic language spoken by future generations across diverse spheres, from daily life to education, media, and governance, fostering unity and pride among Bodo speakers worldwide.
MISSION AND VISION OF THE DEPARTMENT:
MISSION:
➢ Empowerment: To empower the Bodo community through education, cultural preservation, and sustainable development.
➢ Inclusivity: To promote inclusivity and respect for Bodo culture and language.
➢ Support: To provide support and resources that enhance the socio-economic well-being of the Bodo people.
VISION:
➢ Cultural Renaissance: A thriving Bodo community that values and celebrates its rich cultural heritage.
➢ Sustainable Development: Achieving sustainable development goals that improve the quality of life for all community members.
➢ Unity and Strength: A united community that fosters cooperation and resilience among its members
PRESENT FACULTY MEMBERS OF THE DEPARTMENT:
1. Miss Bhairabi Baro, M.A (D), SLET, HOD
2. Mr. Ansuma Kh. Bodosa, M.A, SLET, Assistant Professor.
3. Dr. Tanu Mashahary, M.A, PhD, NET, SLET Assistant Professor.
CONTRACTUAL FACULTY MEMBERS:
1. Mrs. Somaisri Khakhlary 2014-2019
2. Mrs. Ruchita Hazoary 2020 -2020
3. Mr. Kritikamal Swargiary 2021-2022
4. Miss Rumita Daimary 2022-2023

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BHAIRABI BARO

Department: BODO
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: MA(DOUBLE) ASSAMESE & BODO

KRITIKAMAL SWARGIARY

Department: BODO
Designation: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Qualification: MA, NET, JRF, PGDCA & RS

MR. ANSUMA KH. BODOSA

Department: BODO
Designation: Asstt. Professor
Qualification: MA

DR. TANU MASHAHARY

Department: BODO
Designation: Asstt. Professor
Qualification: M.A, P.HD

MS RUCHITA HAZOWARY

Department: BODO
Designation: Lecturer
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RUMITA DAIMARY

Department: BODO
Designation: Lecturer
Qualification: M. A, NET

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