Timeless message of Bhupen Hazarika’s ‘Manuhe Manuhor Babe’: A song for all eras

On the eve of Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary, his iconic song “Manuhe Manuhor Babe” is celebrated for its enduring message of humanism and social justice. Composed during Assam’s language movement in the 1960s, the song, inspired by an American folk ballad, advocates for compassion and ethical responsibility.