Along with the rest of the state, Lok Kalyan Divas was observed by Sonitpur district administration at a meeting held at the new conference hall of the District Commissioner’s office here today. MLA Tezpur Prithiraj Rava was present as the Chief Guest on the occasion. Also present were District Commissioner Deba Kumar Mishra, Chairperson, Sonitpur Zill Parishad, Dolly Surin, CEO, Zilla Parishad, Karabi Saikia, DDC Gaya Prasad Agarwala, DFO, Western Assam Wildlife Division & Field Director, Nameri Tiger Reserve, Piraisoodan B, senior district administration officials, leading citizens and staff of the District Commissioner’s office establishment.
The Lok Kalyan Divas is being held to commemorate the death anniversary of Bordoloi, who was the first Chief Minister of Assam.
On the occasion, MLA Prithiraj Rava gave away the Lok Seva Puraskar to Sukla Das, Elephant Sardar posted at Nameri Wildlife Range under Western Assam Wildlife Division, Tezpur.
Sukla Das has been an invaluable asset to the Forest department since joining in 1990 as a mahout and is now serving as an Elephant Sardar. His dedication and expertise in the control, upkeep and care of department elephants are commendable. Das possesses extensive knowledge of identifying diseases in elephants and their treatments, including both local/ herbal remedies and medical interventions and has successfully cured many ailments and diseases among the elephants under his care. His understanding of elephant behavior, communication and health has made him an essential contributor to the welfare of elephants in Nameri.
He is one of 65 district level employees across Assam selected for this award by a state level selection committee.
The award includes a citation, a cash award of Rs. 25000, and a one year extension of service beyond the retirement age.
