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Homen Borgohain is an Assamese writer and journalist. He is currently working as the editor in chief of Assamese daily Niyomiya Barta. He was awarded the 1978 Sahitya Akademi Award in Assamese language for his novel Pita Putra. Borgohain also wrote several novels, short stories and poetry. He was also the President of Assam Sahitya Sabha.In spite of having rural roots, Borgohain's work shows a deep understanding about urban complexities.