Tribute to Binu Baruah: A Pillar of the Baruah Family and Cultural Advocate
Binu Baruah Passes Away at 95
Binu Baruah
GUWAHATI, Oct 26: Binu Baruah, a prominent member of the renowned Radha Govinda Baruah family and one of the founding directors of Asam Bani, part of a well-known publication group, passed away at her home in Rajgarh on Saturday night due to health complications related to her age. She was 95 years old.
Born on August 12, 1931, to Durga Prasad Borthakur and Hemilata Borthakur, she was married to the late Tulsi Govinda Baruah, who held the position of chairman at the publication group.
During her school years, she was classmates with notable figures such as Dr. Nirmal Prabha Bordoloi and Dr. Lakshahira Das.
In remembrance of Baruah, Ritu Baruah, a director of the publication group, highlighted her significant influence in uniting the family. She expressed, “Her leadership during our Magh Bihu celebrations is something we will deeply miss, as she brought the entire family together for this occasion.”
Family members noted her role in managing household affairs and fostering a close-knit family environment.
Apart from her family commitments, Baruah was actively involved in various social and cultural initiatives. She was a founding member of Mitali Sangha, an organization dedicated to social, cultural, educational, and economic progress.
Her love for travel was well-known, and she frequently welcomed distinguished guests, including the famous wrestler and actor Dara Singh, to her home.
Binu Baruah is survived by her three children—two sons and a daughter—as well as numerous grandchildren, including journalist Ragini Baruah, and great-grandchildren.
Her final rites were conducted at the Nabagraha crematorium on Sunday, attended by family and friends.
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Staff Reporter