A History of Assam c13.30

c13.30

In 1685 the Miris raided by night, and set fire to the house of the Sadiyā Khowā Gohāin. A punitive expedition was sent against them, and they were defeated, with the loss of four killed and a large number of prisoners; much booty was also taken. As a precaution against further raids embanked roads were constructed from the Brahmaputra to two forts in the Miri country, and were furnished with fortified gateways.* The Sadiyā Khowā Gohāin was dismissed from his appointment on account of the apathy shown by him during these operations.