The 23rd Special Session of “Uttaran” was organized on 21 May 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Manikya Mancha, Gandhi Seva Sangha, under the initiative of Gandhi Seva Sangha, with the cooperation of ISISAR, for the welfare of senior citizens.

The program focused on the physical and mental well-being of elderly people. A special talk on mental and physical health was delivered by Dr. Sudipta Chattopadhyay, highlighting the importance of healthcare, emotional support, and healthy ageing. The session encouraged awareness that senior citizens are not alone and deserve care, dignity, and community support.

A significant attraction of the event was the release of the poetry book Nirbachita Kabitangsha (Selected Poems) by Shankar Bandyopadhyay. The book was formally unveiled in the presence of distinguished guests.

The event was graced by eminent personalities, including Justice Chittatosh Mukhopadhyay, Prof. Baridbaran Ghosh, Prof. Shantinath Chattopadhyay, Prof. Ash Ghosh, Dr. Nirmal Nag, Mrs. Namita Chowdhury, and Dr. Shankar Nath. Their presence added dignity to the occasion and enriched the discussions.

The program concluded successfully with a renewed commitment to promoting the health, dignity, and overall well-being of senior citizens through awareness, cultural engagement, and community participation.