As it does every year, Gandhi Seva Sangha celebrated “Kobi Pronam” on 7th June 2026 to pay homage to the two iconic poets of Bengal—Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam. The evening witnessed enthusiastic participation from members across generations, ranging from 5-year-old children to senior members aged 80+, making it a truly inclusive and heartwarming celebration of literature, music, and culture. The programme commenced with two inspiring chorus songs, “Akash Jure Suninu” and “Chol Chol Chol,” beautifully rendered by the members of Gandhi Seva Sangha.

The first session featured soulful solo songs and expressive recitations presented by participants of different age groups. The highlight of the evening was the Nritya-Geeti-Abritti Alekhya, “Borisho Dhora Majhe Shantir Bari.” This unique musical narrative wove together a carefully curated collage of songs and poems by both Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam, brought alive through a harmonious blend of music, dance, and recitation.

In today’s world, marked by conflict and unrest, this presentation was Gandhi Seva Sangha’s humble effort to spread the timeless message of peace, harmony, and humanity through the immortal creations of these two legendary poets. The stage was beautifully decorated maintaining the theme of peace.

The performance received heartfelt appreciation from the audience for its artistic excellence and its deeply relevant social message. The evening concluded with a renewed commitment to uphold the rich cultural heritage of Bengal and to continue promoting the ideals of peace, unity, and universal brotherhood through art and literature.

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.

11th April 2026 marked a memorable evening for Uttoran, a meaningful initiative dedicated to senior citizens, as it successfully celebrated its 22nd event with great enthusiasm and community participation.

The evening began on a generous note with a donation of ₹15,000 towards the Skill Development Department. This contribution will support the purchase of a new sewing machine, aimed at strengthening the existing workforce and enhancing livelihood opportunities for participants.

The highlight of the evening was the captivating presence of Sree Kamal Nashkar, a renowned mime artist and founder of the Modern Mime Centre. Having trained under the legendary Jogesh Dutta, Mr. Nashkar has independently developed nearly 42 characters inspired by the Ramayana and is currently working on a book dedicated to the art of mime. During the event, he conducted a special interactive session with nine children aged between 10 and 15, offering them a unique introduction to mime on stage. Mr. Nashkar’s live performances deeply mesmerized the audience, leaving them asking for more. His artistry brought a rare blend of storytelling, emotion, and cultural richness to the evening.

The event witnessed the presence of approximately 150 attendees, creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere. Like previous events ,friendly interactive contest was arranged to engage audience, this time the topic was ‘Barshosesh ebong Nabobarsho’ (Bengali New Year). Adding to the spirit of empowerment, a variety of handcrafted bags made by participants of the Skill Development Programme were showcased and received an enthusiastic response, with many items being sold.

Another significant moment of the evening was the release of “Sevek” (12th Year, 1st Edition), the quarterly bulletin of Gandhi Seva Sangha.

Overall, the event beautifully reflected Uttoran’s commitment to community engagement, creative expression, and sustainable development—making it an evening to remember.

১৬ই জানুয়ারি প্রয়াত হয়েছেন আঞ্চলিক ইতিহাসের গবেষক, দেশকাল, গ্রেটার দমদম হেরিটেজ কনজারভেশন সোসাইটির সেক্রেটারী, বিশিষ্ট সমাজসেবী ও পরিবেশকর্মী, গান্ধী সেবা সংঘের পরমহিতৈষী ও পরামর্শদাতা শ্রী শ্যামল ঘোষ। ৮ই ফেব্রুয়ারি বিকেল চারটেয় দেশকাল ও সংঘের আয়োজনে তাঁর স্মরণসভায় উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিভিন্ন প্রতিষ্ঠান থেকে আগত বহু মানুষ। গানে কথায় কবিতায় তারা শ্রদ্ধা জানালেন অকস্মাৎ প্রয়াত, সর্বজনপ্রিয় এই ব্যক্তিত্বকে।

জানুয়ারি মাসের ৯ থেকে ১২ এই চারদিন সংঘের নবগঠিত ‘ভাস্কর সুনীল পাল প্রদর্শন কক্ষে’ আয়োজন করা হয়েছিল বিকেল তিনটে থেকে সন্ধ্যে আটটা পর্যন্ত ফটোগ্রাফি প্রদর্শনী। যোগ দিয়েছিলেন আন্তর্জাতিক মানের ফটোগ্রাফার ও প্রশিক্ষক অতনু পাল ও তাঁর সংস্থা ‘থার্ড আই’ এছাড়াও অঞ্চলের ৩১ জন ফটোগ্রাফার তাদের ষাটটি ফটোর সম্ভার নিয়ে। প্রদর্শনীর উদ্বোধন করেছেন বিধায়ক ও মন্ত্রী শ্রী সুজিত বসু। উপস্থিত ছিলেন অতনু পাল, সুব্রত গঙ্গোপাধ্যায়, বিশ্বতোষ সেনগুপ্ত, ড. হিরণ্ময় সাহা, গৌতম সাহা সহ সংঘের সদস্যরা ও যোগদানকারী আলোকচিত্র শিল্পীরা। স্থানীয় মানুষ ও উৎসাহী দর্শকদের অংশগ্রহণে প্রদর্শন এটি অত্যন্ত সফল ও আকর্ষণীয় হয়ে উঠেছিল সকলের কাছে।