HT Correspondent
NAGAON, Nov 24: The birth centenary of eminent philanthropist Sardar Amar Singh was celebrated with a day-long program at Barkola HS School, with the participation of students and staff from Barkola HS School, Guru Nanak LP School, Sankardev Sishu Niketan, Guru Sankar Nanak College, and others.
The people of Barkola and his admirers wholeheartedly attended the event. The program began with religious prayers, including recitations from the Bhagavat and Sukhmani Sahib, followed by floral tributes to the philanthropist.
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Borgeet and vocal songs were performed during the event. Prafulla Borah, president of the governing body for education and economic development of Srimanta Sankardev University, presiding over the function, shared his insights, praising Amar Singh’s relentless dedication to the socio-economic development of the region, guided by his inner strength and vision.
Girindra Kr Baruah, noted academician and former minister of Assam, elaborated on Amar Singh’s immense contributions over 45 years, which included establishing institutions from primary schools to colleges, medical centers, veterinary centers, free water supply installations, and more. He emphasised that Amar Singh’s influence was evident in all the institutions of the Barkola region.
Manjit Singh, writer and former assistant secretary of Assam Sahitya Sabha, explored Singh’s engagement in benevolent service, noting that it extended beyond social work to contributions to Assamese literature. He represented and participated in Assam Sahitya Sabha sessions and made efforts to provide land for the establishment of an IIT, as the government had considered setting it up in the Barkola region. However, it was later established in North Guwahati.
In the welcome address, the principal of Barkola HS School, Pratap Singh, also highlighted the selfless service of the philanthropist. Amar Singh’s eldest son, Gurmukh Singh, a retired principal, delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the attendees for their sincere participation in the event.
The program concluded with community food being served to all attendees.
