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Foundation stone of statue Dr. Bhupen Hazarika at Bokota


The foundation stone of legendary singer, Dr Bhupen Hazarika is laid at “Joya Samonoy Khetra”, Joya tini-Ali, Bokota in Sivasagar district by Mrs Abonti Pame-gum Chetia, noted Mishing folk artist, All India Radio’s singer and Ex. Teacher of Dhitai pukuri higher secondary school on Silpi Divas. The programme was organised by Bokota-Nongolamora Jibon-jyoti Sangha. In this programme, veteran sportsman, Jugen chetia, noted social worker Nandeswar Borah, the teachers and students of Nongolamora L.P. school, Bokota-Joya M.E. School and Bokota-Joya girls high school were present.


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