Hojai: On the 14th Death Anniversary of World-Renowned Artist, Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, thousands of people from all the walks of life gathered at Kachari Maidan at Srimanta Sankardev Nagar in Hojai on Wednesday, and they all collectively echoed the legendary musician’s immortal masterpiece “Manuhe Manuhor Bave” and gave music doyen a rich tribute. The grand tribute, organised by the Hojai District Administration, where Kaziranga Parliamentary Constituency MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa was present as chief guest while MLAs from Hojai and Lumding constituencies, Ramakrishna Ghosh and Shibu Mishra, and District Commissioner Bidyut Bikash Bhagwati, were present as invited guests. The event began with a tree-planting drive followed by lighting of lamps and offering floral tribute in front of the portrait of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.
In his inaugural address, District Commissioner Bidyut Bikash Bhagwati highlighted the great artist’s ideals, versatility, and incomparable contributions to social life. Chief Guest MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, and MLAs from Hojai and Lumding constituencies, Ramkrishna Ghosh and Shibu Mishra, highlighted the relevance of the great artist’s work and ideals. They said music maestro Bhupen Hazarika’s music transcends time and boundaries. Today’s gathering showcases how his message of humanity and compassion continues to unite people irrespective of religion.
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The centre of attraction of the grand event was Dr.Bhupen Hazarika’s classical song “Manuhe Manuhor Bave,” where over 5,000 plus people joined hands and sang the song with their hearts, paying true tribute to Bhupen Da. District Commissioner Bidyut Bikash Bhagwati expressed his gratitude to the people of Hojai district for making the program a success. Notably, Students from various educational institutions, teachers, government officials, and officials from various organizations, political parties, and local residents attended the program.
