Death anniversary: ‘Seuj Konwar was an architect of modern Sivasagar’

SIVASAGAR: The 24th death anniversary of Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha was observed in the joint venture of Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha Smriti Rakshya Samiti, Sivasagar Natya Samaj and Chau-Lung Syukafa Indoor Stadium Management Committee at the premises of Chau-Lung Syukafa Indoor Stadium on Wednesday evening.

The event which was moderated by Saurav Chaliha, younger son of Seuj Konwar and eminent social organizer, kicked off with lighting of lamp before the bust of Seuj Konwar by wife of Parag Chaliha and eminent educationist, Dipali Chaliha. This was followed by offering of floral tributes by hundreds of people, including Xatradhikar Laxmikanta Mahanta, veteran advocate Lohit Prakash Dutta, Ajit Borpujari, Gadeshwar Mohan, Nitya Narayan Borgohain and other dignitaries.

Speaking at the memorial meeting that began with Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha’s immortal creation titled ‘Pohar Bisari Jao’, noted academic, poet, and Principal of Gargaon College Dr Sabyasachi Mahanta said that Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha was one of prominent architects of modern Sivasagar.

“Parag Chaliha was not only an eminent educationist, he was a politician, active social worker and organizer, lyricist, composer, singer, playwright, actor, director, poet, mentor, journalist, sportsperson and what not. Seuj Konwar, who lived his life in search of light for a bright future of the society, has made outstanding contributions to the social, cultural, literary, educational, intellectual, political, sports and all other sectors of Assam,” said Dr Mahanta.

Renowned educationist and Principal of Sibsagar Commerce College, Dr Saumarjyoti Mahanta, while attending the event said that a rare personality like Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha should not be confined to Sivasagar only. The other speakers also highlighted the works and achievements of Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha and stressed the need for preserving his legacy. Principal of Sibsagar College, Joysagar, Dr Prafulla Kalita spoke about Parag Chaliha’s contribution to Sibsagar College.

On the other hand, the 24th death anniversary of Seuj Konwar Parag Chaliha was also observed at Sibasagar College, Joysagar. The event was marked by Dr Utpal Dutt and Dr Gayatri Goswami highlighting the personality and philosophy of Parag Chaliha in detail.

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