Netaji Sangha to Organise Cultural Event and Renovation of Language Martyrs’ Memorial in Silchar

The 1961 Bengali Language Movement in Assam: Silchar's Forgotten Martyrs

The crackling dawn of May 19, 1961, promised a new beginning for the Barak Valley, yet it would end in one of the most tragic chapters of the Bengali language movement in Assam. Today marks the 65th anniversary of this memorial language movement in Assam. At 5:40 in the morning, the usual blast of the […] The post Tears in the Morning Light: The Blood-Stained Tracks of Silchar’s May 19 appeared first on Editorialge.

Netaji Sangha to Organise Cultural Event and Renovation of Language Martyrs’ Memorial in Silchar

In a tribute to the 11 language martyrs of the Barak Valley, Netaji Sangha will organise a special programme on Monday, May 18, at Rahman Patti in Malugram, combining the renovation of the martyrs’ memorial with an evening of cultural performances and remembrance. The programme will begin with floral tributes being offered at the martyrs’ memorial, followed by a short discussion session dedicated to the memories of the language martyrs. Speakers…