A History of Assam c12.72

c12.72

Sutāmlā, on ascending the throne, assumed the Hindu name Jayadhvaj Singh. Owing to his flight from Garhgāon at the time of the Muhammadan invasion, which will be described further on, he is also known as "Bhagania (fugitive) Raja." On the day of his accession the people were entertained with fights between wild animals. The Somdeo was placed on the throne; guns were fired, bands played and largess was distributed. Presents were also made to the Brāhmans. The Daflas, the Kachāri king and the Muhammadan governor at Gauhāti sent messages of congratulation and presents. The Raja of Jaintia, who did the same, coupled his felicitations with a request to be given back the provinces of Dimarua and Kuphanāli, which had been ceded the Ahoms, but his petition was refused.