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Assam Celebrates Bhupen Hazarika's Birth Centenary with Events
Assam is starting a year-long celebration to honor Bhupen Hazarika's 100th birthday!
They will have many events like music shows, talks, and art displays.
The Assam government and other organizations are putting these events together to remember him and share his art.
Many people will come together to celebrate him.
A documentary about Bhupen Hazarika has already been released.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be attending the celebrations.
Events are also being held in Japan at the World Expo to showcase his work to a global audience.
Year-long birth centenary celebrations for Bhupen Hazarika begin September 8th.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the celebrations on September 13.
A 65-minute documentary titled 'Bhupen da Uncut' was released.
Various cultural programs and events will be held across Assam and globally.
A special event was organized at the World Expo in Japan to showcase his work.
- Who
- Assam government and communities
- What
- Year-long celebrations for Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary
- Where
- Assam and various global locations, including Japan
- When
- Starting September 8, 2024
- Why
- To celebrate the life and legacy of Bhupen Hazarika
Key facts
- Event
- Bhupen Hazarika Birth Centenary Celebrations
- Start Date
- September 8, 2024
- Location
- Assam and Japan
- Honoree
- Dr. Bhupen Hazarika
- Main Events
- Cultural programs, seminars, exhibitions
- Key Participant
- Assam Government
- Award
- Bharat Ratna, Dadasaheb Phalke
- Celebration Duration
- Year-long
Timeline
Assam began preparations for Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary.
They planned events, a coin, and renamed an airport.
The state also committed to a statue and book.
Celebrations are now underway, with a documentary released.
Assam commemorates the artist with a year-long festival.
Quotes
an official
An official related to the project.
“The GBNS blends tradition with technological innovation to enhance musical learning and preservation to simplify the learning process for Carnatic, Hindustani, film, and folk music. This innovative system enables students to learn music in a structured and engaging way, making it easier for them to understand and appreciate the complexities of Indian music. It gives resources for music teachers and aligns with NEP (National Education Policy) bringing art on par with sciences, bringing complete solution for institutions for Indian music education.”
assamtribune.com
Sources
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