Parimal Suklabaidya unfurls the tricolour in Silchar on 72nd Republic Day

Jan. 26: On the occasion of the 72nd Republic Day, Minister of Excise, Forest & Environment and Fisheries, Government of Assam, Parimal Suklabaidya unfurled the National Flag at Silchar Police Parade Ground in presence of the Deputy Commissioner, Cachar, Keerthi Jalli. He then inspected the guard of honour. Taking to his twitter handle, the minister wrote, “Unfurled the National Flag & inspected the guard of honour on the occasion of 72nd Republic Day today at Silchar Parade ground.” Students and NCC cadets from various institutions of Cachar also participated in the parade.

In his speech, Parimal Suklabaidya said, “This day holds immense speciality & love in the heart of every Indian highlighting the highest spirit of patriotism.” He upholded the importance of the day and said, “It’s a matter of immense pride for us that India as a Republic has passed 72 glorious years.” He also paid deep tribute to Dr. BR Ambedkar, the father of the constitution and the other members of the Constituent Assembly.

The minister spoke at length about the various development projects launched by the state government. Referring to the Corona situation, the Minister said, “The students are taking classes online to continue their studies during the Corona situation. The government has big plans for smart classrooms in the future. The government is working hard to improve and enrich the major languages ​​of the state.”

Detaining foreigners, resolving border land disputes and sealing open borders have been taken up in right earnest by the present government,” he quipped. Listing out the activities of the Environment and Forest department, Suklabaidya said, “Apart from setting up parks in different parts of the state, including Dholai in Cachar district, we have accorded special attention to wildlife conservation, protection of state plants and extending the green cover, etc. As a result, 221 sq km of forest areas increased. At the same time, we want to develop the tourism industry. We have special plans to turn several areas of the state, including Kaziranga, into tourist hotspots.”

Silchar MP, Dr. Rajdeep Roy, former Union Minister Kabindra Purkayastha, Deputy Commissioner, Keerthi Jalli, DIG Southern Range, Dilip Kumar Dey, MLA Dilip Kumar Paul, Deputy Speaker, Assam Legislative Assembly, Aminul Haque Laskar, Principal, Silchar Medical College, Dr Babul Bezbarua and Superintendent, Dr Abhijit Swamy and other government officials were present on the occasion.

Earlier, the minister paid homage to two freedom fighters on the occasion. Tableaux were displayed by several departments showcasing different government flagship schemes and projects. The day-long Republic Day celebration came to an end with a cultural programme and prize distribution ceremony.