Guwahati, 17th May: Today, the people of Assam solemnly commemorate the death anniversary of Parag Kumar Das, a luminary in the annals of journalism in the state. Known for his indomitable courage and relentless advocacy for human rights, Das met a tragic end on May 17, 1996, falling victim to the bullets of assailants in Guwahati’s Rajgarh.
Despite the passage of years, Das’s legacy continues to inspire countless admirers across the state, who gather today to honor his memory. His journey in journalism commenced in the 1980s, when he began as a columnist for publications like ‘Prantik’ and others. Born on February 24, 1961, in Shillong, Das received his education at Chenikuthi Boys’ School and Cotton Collegiate, where his brilliance shone brightly from an early age.
Contrary to familial expectations of a career in medicine or engineering, Das pursued his passion for the arts, graduating with honors in economics from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and furthering his studies at the Delhi School of Economics.
In the late 1980s, Das embarked on his journalistic odyssey, contributing to esteemed publications such as ‘Prantik’ and ‘The Sentinel’. In 1989, he took a bold step by launching ‘Boodhbar’, an Assamese weekly, followed by ‘Agaan’ in 1994.
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