Silpi Diwas Celebrated by Dr Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity at RGU
GUWAHATI, January 20, 2026: The Dr Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity at
The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) today celebrated Silpi Diwas with great enthusiasm through a special
programme titled “Tore More Alokore Jatra”, commemorating the legacy of Rupkonwar Jyotiprasad Agarwala. The
event was held at the Jyoti Mancha auditorium on the occasion of Agarwala’s death anniversary on January 17.
The programme was attended by Prof Amarjyoti Choudhury, Professor Emeritus and Chair Professor of the
Centre; Prof A. K. Buragohain, Vice Chancellor of Royal Global University; Shri Ankur Pansari, Executive
Vice President, RGU, along with other faculty members, students, and guests. Renowned academician and artist
Prof. Mridula Das graced the occasion as the chief guest.
Addressing the gathering, Prof Amarjyoti Choudhury described Jyotiprasad Agarwala as an extraordinary
creative genius—a lyricist, composer, playwright, musician and filmmaker combined in one personality.
Recalling Joymoti, the first Assamese film made by Agarwala, Prof Choudhury highlighted why he was revered
as “Rupkonwar,” the Prince of Beauty. He also shared anecdotes from Agarwala’s childhood, reflecting his
deep fascination with beauty, light, and harmony, and his dream of an egalitarian society and world
citizenship.
Prof Mridula Das, in her address, reflected on the artistic and humanistic values upheld by Rupkonwar and
their relevance in contemporary society. Vice Chancellor Prof A.K. Buragohain also paid rich tributes,
recalling Jyotiprasad Agarwala’s immense contribution to Assamese art, literature and culture.
The celebration featured performances of Agarwala’s songs and poems by students and faculty members, along
with talks that paid tribute to his timeless artistic contributions, making the observance a meaningful
homage to one of Assam’s greatest cultural icons.
