Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Netaji Jayanti celebrated in Karimganj, Badarpur

From Our Correspondent Assam Tribune
BADARPUR, Feb 4 – The 111th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was celebrated in Badarpur and Karimganj with great solemnity, fanfare and gaiety by different clubs and organisations with a day-long programme.

The main function was held at Badarpur Girls’ High School by Badarpur Handicapped Society where distinguished citizens, intellectuals, freedom-fighters and members of Badarpur Handicapped Society paid tributes to Netaji.

Several prominent speakers in their speeches appealed to all, to follow Netaji’s ideals for development and prosperity of the country.

Earlier, patriotic songs were presented by local artists. For strengthing the country, oath was administered to members of the society. ‘Malya Daan’, ‘pradeep prajjalan’, warm cloths distribution and prabhat ferry were also organised on this occasion.

District headquarter town Karimganj also observed the birth day ceremony with honour and respect. On the occasion, an organisation of Karimganj, Sandhani Sangha arranged various colourful and attractive programmes. prabhat ferry, malyadaan, flag-hoisting, patriotic songs, quiz and cultural functions formed part of the celebration.

Speakers called upon people, young and old to emulate Netaji’s ideals and principles.

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