Guwahati, July 21 -- Murchana Music Academy of Assam marked its 'Silver Jubilee Year' on July 20 with an all-day cultural celebration at the Sri Sri Madhavadeva International Auditorium in Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra.

The event honored Assamese cultural figures and showcased the talents of the academy's students.

Esteemed Assamese poet Nilim Kumar and Kandarpa Kumar Sharma, a member of the executive committee of the Assam Sahitya Sabha, attended as special guests.

Hiranya Kalita, the Academy's Principal, ignited the traditional ceremonial lamp, joined by Barnali Kalita, Jonali Das, Parag Deka, and Pallab Bhardwaj.

Attendees also paid floral tribute to the late Pankaj Sharma, a renowned Santoor artist from Assam.

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