Nazira: Veteran journalist and retired teacher Biren Sharma, along with noted social worker and journalist Anuj Rajkhowa, were conferred the prestigious 'Samaj Hiteishi Award-2025' by Nazira Hangbadik Mancha on June 25. The awards recognize their remarkable contributions to education, journalism, art, culture, and literature.
Biren Sharma, 86, a former principal of Chakimukh Higher Secondary School, is celebrated for his insightful articles and essays in publications like Dainik Asom, Dainik Agradoot, and The Clarion. He has also enriched Assamese literature with his children's books, songs, and poems. Anuj Rajkhowa, 73, a prominent figure in Nazira’s cultural and journalistic circles, has contributed to Aajir Asom and Dainik Janambhumi while captivating audiences with folk dance performances, including Nepali, Kathi, and Banh dances.
Due to health concerns, both awardees were honored at their residences. The felicitation included a traditional Assamese gamusa and a citation. The ceremonies were attended by Mintu Chitrakar, president of Nazira Hangbadik Mancha, alongside dignitaries such as social worker Prasanta Borthakur, Mahendra Bargohain, and Wahid Ali, president of Galeki Press Club. A delegation led by Kanak Gogoi, state secretary of the Communist Party of India, also paid tribute to the recipients.
Sivasagar, Aug 30: Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi interacted with residents of Hahchara Chaudang Gaon during his ongoing Jan Jagran Yatra, which began on August 19. The yatra seeks to highlight and address key issues of the constituency, including healthcare, education, transportation, and other local concerns.
During the visit, Gogoi raised concerns over the removal of eligible beneficiaries from the Arunoday Scheme in Cherekapar Panchayat and assured the people that he would take steps to reinstate them. He also pointed to the problem of artificial flooding in Doulakakhoria Panchayat under Nazira, promising to work towards a lasting solution.
The MLA reiterated his commitment to stand...
In Cherekapar village of Sivasagar, a tense scene unfolded on Thursday as close to a hundred women gathered at the panchayat office and laid siege to it in protest. Their voices rose together, demanding justice and fairness in the distribution of government welfare benefits.
The women said that despite the Chief Minister’s public assurance that every woman holding a government ration card would be covered under the Arunoday scheme, many who had long depended on its support suddenly found their names missing from the list. This sudden exclusion, without explanation, has left several families in distress and anger simmering across the community.
What began as quiet frustration turned...
Two young athletes from Assam, Avanish Gogoi and Ruchank Konwar, have brought laurels to the state by securing top positions in the National Yoga Sports Competition held at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Kochi, Kerala, on August 13–14. The event was organized by the World Fitness Federation of Yoga Sports.
Avanish Gogoi clinched second position in the traditional yoga sports category for boys aged 5–9 years and also bagged the first position in the synchronized artistic team event. His teammate, Ruchank Konwar, secured fifth position in the same traditional category and also shared the first position in the synchronized team event.
Both athletes train at Niramay Yoga Center,...
The local residents of Lakshmijan in Nazira have raised allegations of corruption in the construction of a road in the area. The road, which is being built from the Geleky Lakshmijan Puja Mandap to the Assam-Nagaland border, has been criticized for its substandard quality.
The contractor, identified as Borah, has been accused of carrying out the construction work without using any government-funded plaques. The local residents, led by the All Assam Adivasi Students' Association (AASA), have alleged that the contractor is working solely for personal gain, without adhering to the standard norms.
The construction work has been halted due to the protests by the local residents, who are...
As part of the "Bagless Day" initiative aimed at reducing the burden of school bags on students, the students of Sanbasa Primary School (No. 215) of Nazira organized a special market within the school premises on August 21. The market, which featured a variety of local products, was designed to provide students with practical life skills and a hands-on learning experience.
The students showcased their entrepreneurial skills by selling various local products, including handicrafts and other items. The event was an excellent opportunity for the students to learn about commerce, teamwork, and financial literacy in a fun and interactive way.
The "Bagless Day" initiative is part of a...
Nazira, Aug 22: The Dikhow River continues to cause massive erosion in Nazira’s Bihubar and Simaulguri areas, leaving local residents in distress as land, property, and livelihoods remain under constant threat.
In Bihubar Garumur Pujabasti, the erosion has intensified, yet the state government’s Water Resources Department has allegedly failed to respond despite repeated complaints. Locals have accused the department of negligence and warned that displacement of several families is imminent if urgent action is not taken.
Adding to their concerns, residents alleged that illegal mining of stones and boulders in the Dikhow River has worsened the erosion problem. They demanded immediate...
Nazira, Aug 22: The Congress party staged a strong protest in Nazira today against alleged encroachment by Nagas in the Uriamghat and Naginimora areas along the Assam-Nagaland border.
The sit-in demonstration, organized by the Nazira Block Congress at Gandhi Maidan, saw participation from key leaders including Debabrata Saikia, Leader of the Opposition and MLA from Nazira, and Ajay Kumar Gogoi, President of the Sivasagar District Congress Committee.
The protesters raised slogans against the state government, accusing it of failing to safeguard Assam’s territory. They demanded immediate intervention to halt the alleged encroachment, warning that continued inaction could escalate...
In a dramatic move, residents of Ward No. 10 under Dulakakhoria Gaon Panchayat in Nazira, Sivasagar constituency, have announced that they will boycott the upcoming 2026 general election. The decision stems from what villagers allege is years of neglect by local authorities and elected representatives.
The villagers said that despite repeated appeals, their problems remain unresolved. Artificial floods in the area have devastated trees and forests, creating an unhygienic and foul-smelling environment that poses serious health hazards.
Accusing local authorities of indifference, the residents expressed disappointment with both Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi and Union Minister Pavithra...
The third biennial conference of the All Assam Mid-Day Meal Workers' Union, Sivasagar District Committee, was held on Saturday at Nazira Girls' Higher Secondary School.
The event, attended by several state-level office bearers of the union, served as a platform for mid-day meal workers to raise their concerns and discuss the challenges they face in their work. Issues such as job security, wages, and welfare measures dominated the discussions.
The conference also reconstituted the Sivasagar District Committee of the union and elected new representatives to the upcoming state conference.
Addressing the gathering, state leaders of the union emphasized the need for unity and collective...
The 79th Independence Day was a momentous occasion at Nazira, marked by grand celebrations and a deep sense of patriotism. The Nazira Co-District Administration organized the central program at the Nazira District Sports Association's playground, where Smt. Kanika, Commissioner of Nazira Co-District, hoisted the national flag as the chief guest. This solemn ceremony was a reminder of the country's struggle for independence and the sacrifices made by its freedom fighters.
Before the flag hoisting ceremony, the Commissioner paid homage to the brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country's independence at the Gandhi Maidan. This poignant gesture served as a reminder of the...
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