Tentulikhunti,Oct 17 [UDN}: A memorial meeting was organised to pay tribute to the late Rajkishore Barad, former headmaster of Bapuji High School in Tentulikhunti, Nabarangpur district, on the occasion of his fourth death anniversary. A statue of the respected educationist was also unveiled as a mark of honour and remembrance.
The statue was unveiled by his wife at their residence, with family members, relatives, well-wishers and members of the Gayatri family gathering to pay their respects to the departed soul.
Late Rajkishore Barad was widely known as a knowledgeable, dedicated, patient and student-friendly teacher. His contribution to improving the standard of education and promoting the development of Bapuji High School in Tentulikhunti was invaluable. Through his sincere efforts, commitment and guidance, hundreds of students received an education and were able to build promising futures.
His distinguished personality, dedication to the teaching profession and affection for his students continue to remain alive in the memories of those who knew him. His family installed the statue to preserve his memory and ensure that his contributions to education would be remembered for generations to come.
During the memorial meeting, dignitaries, friends and well-wishers recalled his exemplary character, professional dedication and lasting contribution to society. They paid heartfelt tributes to his life and work, remembering him as an inspiring teacher who played an important role in shaping the lives and futures of numerous students.
Those present on the occasion included his only son, Santosh Kumar Ranjit Singh, daughter-in-law Kalpana Singh, and four daughters—Rashmimayee Barad, Jayshree Barad, Shubhashree Barad and Pallishree Barad. His sons-in-law, Ramachandra Samantaray, Pratap Samanta Singhar and Sarat Dalabehera, along with his grandson Ishan, other family members and members of the Gayatri family, also attended the programme.
As part of the tribute, those present offered floral garlands to the statue of the late Rajkishore Barad and paid their heartfelt homage. The gathering served as a solemn reminder of his invaluable service to education and the enduring respect he earned as a teacher, mentor and guide.
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