India, Sept. 8 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
To commemorate the birth centenary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, launched a unique cultural initiative titled "Bistirna Parore: A Musical Voyage from Sadiya to Dhubri". The voyage was flagged off today from Guijan ghat, Tinsukia, with a vibrant celebration of art and culture dedicated to the bard of the Brahmaputra.
In a video message, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal said, "Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika was one of India's greatest sons whose soulful voice and timeless creations carried the cultural herit...