Silchar Witnesses Historic Unveiling of Netaji & Mangal Pandey Statues by CM Sarma
Netaji & Mangal Pandey Statues in Silchar Announces Rs 700 Cr Today, 31 August 2025, Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled a 24.5 feet tall bronze statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the immortal hero of the Indian freedom movement, at Rangirkhadi intersection in Silchar. This statue has been established as a symbol of the long-standing passion and struggle of the people of Silchar.
History of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s statue The first statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was installed at Rangirkhadi intersection in Silchar in 1983. At that time, the local people collected 2 lakh rupees to build this statue, which was a significant amount in the economic context of that time. This initiative was a reflection of the deep respect and love of the people of Silchar for the freedom struggle.
Currently, the “Netaji Statue Reconstruction and Installation Committee” led by Silchar MLA Dipayan Chakraborty has installed a new 24.5 feet high bronze statue. The sculpture was created by world-renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj, which stands at Rangirkhadi intersection in Silchar as a symbol of Netaji’s immortal sacrifice and bravery.
Barak Valley Development Boost: CM Sarma Announces Rs 700-Cr Flyover After Statue Unveiling
Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma said at the unveiling ceremony, “Today’s statue is not just a tribute to Netaji, it is a symbol of the unwavering commitment of the people of Silchar to their freedom struggle.” He further mentioned, “The first statue of Netaji was installed 40 years ago by collecting Rs. 2 lakh, today’s new statue is a continuation of that tradition.”
Notably, at this event, the Chief Minister expressed his gratitude to the people of Silchar for their historical contribution and promised more developmental activities in the future.
Development project announcement
Along with the unveiling of the sculpture, the Chief Minister announced the construction of a flyover from Rangirkhari in Silchar to Capital Point at a cost of Rs 700 crore. He said, “This flyover will play a significant role in solving the traffic congestion problem in Silchar and will open new horizons for the development of Barak Valley.”
Shahid Mangal Pandey's sculpture unveiled in Silchar: Immortal memory and inspiration of the freedom struggle
Shaheed Mangal Pandey is remembered as a brave fighter of the Indian freedom movement. He emerged as a symbol of extraordinary courage and sacrifice during the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. Mangal Pandey’s leadership and determination are a unique example of uniting the Indian masses against imperialism. This sculpture is not just a work of art, but a living monument of history, which will help the new generation understand the glory of sacrifice for freedom.
The decision to unveil this sculpture was taken in Silchar, Assam, where the unique identity of Indian culture and history has been evident for many ages. The sculpture has been installed not only to pay tribute to Shaheed Mangal Pandey, but also to increase historical awareness and inspire patriotism among the common people. It is particularly noteworthy that this initiative has been taken while respecting the local history and cultural context, which further enhances the importance of the sculpture.
Shaheed Mangal Pandey is remembered as a brave fighter of the Indian freedom movement. He emerged as a symbol of extraordinary courage and sacrifice during the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. Mangal Pandey’s leadership and determination are a unique example of uniting the Indian masses against imperialism. This sculpture is not just a work of art, but a living monument of history, which will help the new generation understand the glory of sacrifice for freedom.
The decision to unveil this sculpture was taken in Silchar, Assam, where the unique identity of Indian culture and history has been evident for many ages. The sculpture has been installed not only to pay tribute to Shaheed Mangal Pandey, but also to increase historical awareness and inspire patriotism among the common people. It is particularly noteworthy that this initiative has been taken while respecting the local history and cultural context, which further enhances the importance of the sculpture
