Tezpur, June 19, 2025 (Thursday): More than 1000 students from across Sonitpur district gathered at Darrang College to commemorate Rabha Diwas and honor academic achievers in a special event organized by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) Sonitpur District and Tezpur Nagar Unit.
The event, held at the Bipin Pal Das Memorial Stage of Darrang College, commemorated the death anniversary of legendary cultural icon Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha while recognizing students who scored 60% and above in their HSLC and Higher Secondary examinations.
Prithiraj Rabha, MLA of Tezpur Constituency (No. 72) and son of Rabha Dangoriya, served as the chief guest for the occasion. His presence added special significance to the celebration of his father’s legacy.
The program featured distinguished speakers including Dr. Palash Moni Saikia, Principal of Darrang College – often called the “Nalanda of North Bank” – and Dr. Manoj Kumar Hazarika, Principal of Tezpur College. Both educators emphasized the importance of academic excellence and cultural values in shaping young minds.
Special guests at the event included Anupam Chakravarty, a well-known journalist from Assam, and Manas Jyoti Nath, Co-Convener of ABVP Sonitpur District. Their participation highlighted the community’s commitment to supporting student achievements.
The celebration was organized jointly by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) Sonitpur District and Tezpur Nagar Unit, demonstrating the organization’s dedication to recognizing academic merit while preserving cultural heritage.
Mrinmoy Das, General Secretary of the Student Unity Forum at Darrang College, led the smooth execution of the program, ensuring that both the academic recognition ceremony and cultural commemoration were conducted successfully.
The event successfully combined the dual purpose of honoring Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha’s memory while celebrating the academic achievements of local students, creating an inspiring atmosphere for the large student gathering.
