The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) Cachar District Committee and the District Youth Council jointly observed National Self-Respect Day (Jatiya Swabhiman Divas) alongside the 53rd birthday of Assam’s cultural icon, Zubeen Garg. The day was marked by a series of socially relevant and cultural programs.
Day-Long Schedule of Events
The comprehensive day-long program included:
- Tribute Ceremony: Offering floral tributes to the portrait of Zubeen Garg.
- Social Service: An organized Blood Donation Camp.
- Green Initiative: A Tree Plantation drive.
- Recognition: A special Felicitation Ceremony.
- Cultural Evening: The day concluded with a vibrant Musical Program.
Leaders Praise Zubeen Garg’s Contribution
Leaders of the AGP and its youth wing highlighted Zubeen Garg’s immense contributions to the state:
- Nazmul Hussain Majumdar, District President: Described Zubeen Garg as the “Pride and Struggling Talent of Assam.”
- Rupen Modak, Youth Council President: Called for Zubeen Garg’s birthday to be celebrated regularly and consistently every year.
- Soumyadeep Bhattacharjee (Dipan), Silchar Assembly Council President: Praised the artist, calling him a “Shining example of humanitarian service.”
The entire event was successfully managed by District General Secretary Sujit Sharma.
Among the other dignitaries present were Haidar Hussain Laskar (District President, Minority Council), Nekbuk Hussain Laskar (Central Committee Secretary, Youth Council), Deep Bhattacharjee (District Committee Assistant Secretary), Sharika Azmi Borbhuiya, and Riyazul Haque Borbhuiya.
