Udalguri-Sonitpur, March 23: The meeting of lifetime members of the Sonitpur District Lekhika Samaroh Samiti was held on March 23 at Shaheed Bhawan, drawing participation from members across the district in a programme marked by cultural performances and organisational discussions.
Hosted by the Dhekiajuli branch, the event began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp before the portrait of Dr. Sheela Barthakur by advisor Ruma Devi, in the presence of district president Rupali Bora, working president Rinjhumoni Neog Bora, member Namita Das Neog, and district vice president and Dhekiajuli branch president Runjun Nath.
The session formally commenced with the rendition of “Chir Chenehi Mor Bhasha Janani”, setting the tone for the gathering. District secretary Jinkumoni Baruah outlined the objectives of the meeting, stressing the importance of enrolling all members as lifetime members to strengthen the organisation. Runjun Nath welcomed the participants and expressed gratitude for selecting the Dhekiajuli branch as host.
In her keynote address, Ruma Devi highlighted the significance and long-term vision of lifetime membership. The programme featured devotional Diha Naam by members of the Lakhimi branch and a musical performance by Archana Sharma, contributing to the cultural atmosphere.
Speakers including working president Rinjhumoni Neog Bora and Anju Dutta Bora emphasised women’s empowerment through writing and the role of the Samiti in providing a platform for literary expression. President Rupali Bora reiterated the need to reinforce the organisation through active participation and membership expansion, while Namita Das Neog and spokesperson Mayarani Das also addressed the gathering.
Certificates were distributed to lifetime members and well-wishers of the All Assam Lekhika Samaroh Samiti and the Sonitpur district unit. Cultural performances, including songs, poetry, and recitations by several participants, continued through the day.
The meeting concluded with a closing address by Rupali Bora, followed by a vote of thanks from Jinkumoni Baruah and Anjana Saikia, and ended with the national anthem.
