OBITUARY Chandikabala Devi

Chandikabala Devi, the pioneer woman teacher of the greater Bhuragaon area under Laharighat Block, passed away at her residence in Bardubatup, Bhuragaon, on May 19. She was 92 and had been suffering from age-related ailments.

Chandikabala Devi was the first girl student of Bhuragaon ME School and the first woman teacher of the locality. It is worth mentioning that at a time when society paid little importance to women’s education, she began her teaching career with proper qualifications at Bhuragaon Hospital Road LP School. She went on to become the first lady teacher in the Bhuragaon area and dedicated her life to education.

A pious and respected figure, Chandikabala Devi was also actively associated with various cultural organizations until her death.

She is survived by two sons, two daughters-in-law, grandchildren, and a host of relatives and well-wishers.

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