Dhirendra Deb Barman, Kokborok Literary Torchbearer was a respected poet, writer, and cultural activist from Tripura who dedicated his life to the growth and preservation of the Kokborok language and literature. At a time when indigenous voices often remained overshadowed, he used his writings to affirm the identity, struggles, and heritage of the Tripuri people. His poems and essays highlighted themes of social justice, cultural pride, and the importance of education for tribal empowerment. Beyond his creative work, he was active in movements that sought official recognition for Kokborok, ensuring it was not lost to future generations. Though not widely known outside Tripura, Dhirendra Deb Barman is remembered as an unsung literary hero, whose contributions helped shape the cultural consciousness of his community and paved the way for Kokborok to flourish as a modern literary language.