The Central Bureau of Communication (CBC) Guwahati today concluded its series of commemorative programmes to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. These programmes were held at various locations in Assam to honour his unparalleled contribution to music, literature, culture and social thought.

CBC Guwahati concluded its weeklong observance of the Bharat Ratna’s centenary celebrations with a cultural programme organised at Dispur Supermarket area in Guwahati.

As part of the celebrations, a cultural programme was organised at Guwahati’s Dighalipukhuri Park, where departmental Artistes of the Song & Drama division performed popular songs sung and composed by the Bharat Ratna. The performance not only captured the essence of Dr. Hazarika’s musical vision but also resonated with the young audience. Attendees joined in to honour the message of Dr. Hazarika when Artistes presented the popular song Manuhe Manuhor Babe.

In addition to cultural tributes, awareness programmes were also conducted to engage communities on key themes in Morigaon on September 10 and 11. At Jaluguti Higher Secondary School in Morigaon district, a programme was held highlighting Swachhata Hi Seva, Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, and Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, along with the ongoing birth centenary of the legendary Singer Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.

Another programme was held at the Morigaon Higher Secondary School. CBC Guwahati featured a cultural and awareness programme themed around national campaigns, while commemorating Dr. Hazarika’s birth centenary. More than 800 people attended the programme, which included a variety of performances.

To mark the occasion, CBC Guwahati also paid tribute to the Bharat Ratna at the Northeast Zonal Office of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. Led by Additional Director General, NEZ, Shri Kripa Shankar Yadav, the officials of CBC and Press Information Bureau, Guwahati, came together in honour of Dr. Hazarika.

The weeklong events also organised quiz competitions and cultural segments to engage youths and local participants.

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