AGARTALA: Marking the historic occasion of the 80th Independence Day alongside the birth centenary of iconic revolutionary youth poet Sukanta Bhattacharya, a joint voluntary blood donation camp was organized by the Ramnagar Anchal Committee youth and student wings at the Melarmath Chhatra-Yuva Bhavan in Agartala.
The event witnessed strong participation from youth, student activists, and local residents who stepped forward to donate blood to replenish state blood banks.
Key Leaders & Dignitaries Present
The event was graced by prominent political figures and senior leadership:
- Manik Sarkar: Former Chief Minister of Tripura and CPI(M) Politburo Member.
- Jitendra Chaudhury: Leader of the Opposition (LoO) in the Tripura Legislative Assembly and CPI(M) State Secretary.
- Senior student and youth leaders of the Ramnagar Anchal Committee, along with party workers.
Highlights of the Event & Key Addresses
- Dual Commemoration: Speakers highlighted the profound connection between the struggles for national independence and the timeless, anti-exploitation poetry of Sukanta Bhattacharya, urging the younger generation to draw inspiration from his revolutionary literary legacy.
- Manik Sarkar’s Message: Addressing the donors and gathering, former CM Manik Sarkar emphasized the noble cause of voluntary blood donation as a vital form of social service, especially on Independence Day, to save lives without discrimination.
- Jitendra Chaudhury’s Remarks: Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury praised the youth and student organizations for honoring the patriotic and literary traditions through constructive community action, emphasizing the ongoing fight for democratic rights and social justice.
