HT Correspondent
SIVASAGAR, May 27: In a significant boost to the district’s literary culture, the Sivasagar Kobi Chakra launched a new literary initiative titled ‘Chora Gharar Aalap’ on Sunday. The inaugural session was hosted at the residence of noted literary figure Dipali Bhattacharjya Baruah, who was also felicitated during the programme.
Speaking at the event, Mukul Nath, president of Kobi Chakra, highlighted the role of poets in society, stating that “poets are above all sectarian feelings and are secular in outlook, capable of uniting people across boundaries.”
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Veteran poet Haren Gogoi addressed the gathering, remarking that the value of poetry cannot be measured by comments on social media alone. “To write something truly new, it is essential to read and understand the works of poets from previous generations,” he added.
Prominent poet Prema Gogoi also took part in the event and recited a poem titled ‘Pathar’ written by Ram Gogoi, evoking appreciation from the audience.
In a move to encourage academic excellence, Kobi Chakra felicitated five meritorious students—Sabab Inom Hussain, Swikrity Bordoloi, Sukanya Dutta, Tanmoyee Shrutidhara Gogoi, and Byanjana Gogoi—for securing distinction in the HSLC examinations.
The programme witnessed participation from a host of literary and cultural personalities including Biju Borthakur, president of Kabi Sanmilan (Sivasagar district unit), journalist Muktab Hussain, and writers and cultural enthusiasts such as Meghali Hazarika Kakoty, Bandana Kaushik Bordoloi, Ruli Borgohain Gogoi, Chandralekha Rajkhowa, Kalpona Gohain, Pranjal Abir Das, Juri Bhagawati, and Silpi Hatibaruah, among others.
With the launch of ‘Chora Gharar Aalap’, the Sivasagar Kobi Chakra aims to bring poets, readers, and thinkers closer through intimate and thought-provoking literary dialogues in domestic settings. The initiative is expected to become a recurring platform for literary interaction in the district.
