Deeply pained by the passing away of veteran leader, former Union Minister and an inspiration for us all, Shriman Kabindra Purkayastha. A prolific intellectual, a committed karyakarta – he was an institution in himself, someone who laid the foundation of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the region and helped it grow as Assam’s preferred political party.

From the lanes of Silchar to the corridors of Parliament, from his days as Pracharak to a Union Minister, he consistently kept people and their issues at the forefront as he championed the cause of Assam and North East in various forums. For us karyakartas, he was not only a people’s representative but also a mentor, an elder, a reassuring presence who showed that politics is about values, simplicity, service and above all taking care of each other as family members.

His legacy though cannot be measured merely by the offices or positions he held, but by how he always espoused Sewa Bhav through his actions. From helping displaced Hindu refugees to assisting Assam’s growth aspirations, his life was dedicated to the people and their welfare. The stalwart’s passing away leaves a void which can never be filled.

I fondly recollect my long association with him and will always cherish the many learnings I got from him over the years. Today, as Assam mourns the demise of the People’s leader, on behalf of them, I extend my heartfelt condolences to Shri Kanad Purkayastha and the bereaved family and well wishers. Om Shanti 

  ~ Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, CM Assam

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