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Padma Shri Nuruddin Ahmed: Work Transcends All Boundaries in Assam

Padma Shri awardee Nuruddin Ahmed emphasizes that dedication to work transcends all religious and social boundaries. He credits his success to collective effort, including his family and a team of workers, and highlights his family as an example of India's unity in diversity. His wife and daughter expressed immense pride and happiness at the national recognition of his perseverance. The honour is seen as a celebration of Assam's inclusive values and unwavering commitment to cultural work.

Key Points: Padma Shri Nuruddin Ahmed on Work, Unity & Recognition

  • Revived Assamese theatre
  • Embodies unity in diversity
  • Work transcends social boundaries
  • Family from multiple cultures
  • Recognition for inclusive values
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Work transcends all boundaries, says Assam Padma Shri awardee Nuruddin Ahmed

Assam's Padma Shri awardee Nuruddin Ahmed shares his philosophy that dedication transcends religion & social divides, highlighting his family's diversity.

"Work has always been paramount and sincere effort ultimately brings its own rewards. - Nuruddin Ahmed"

Guwahati, Jan 26

Emphasising that dedication to work transcends all religious and social boundaries, Padma Shri awardee Nuruddin Ahmed on Monday said that commitment and hard work have been the guiding principles of his life, as he reacted to being conferred with one of the country's highest civilian honours on the 77th Republic Day.

Nuruddin Ahmed played a pivotal role in reviving Assamese theatre and has brought national and state events to life, sustaining Assamese culture despite limited resources.

Speaking to the media here, Ahmed said he felt deeply humbled by the recognition and expressed gratitude to the Assam government, his family and his associates for standing by him throughout his journey. He said that for him, work has always been paramount and that sincere effort ultimately brings its own rewards.

Highlighting the collective effort behind his success, Ahmed said his two sons and a team of around 40 workers played a crucial role in his achievements. He also pointed to his family as a living example of India's unity in diversity. His wife, Junu Rajkhowa, is Hindu, while his children are married into families from different cultural backgrounds, including Manipuri, Tamil and Ahom communities.

According to Ahmed, love, mutual respect and dedication matter far more than any social or religious divisions.

On the eve of Republic Day, five distinguished personalities from Assam were conferred with the Padma Shri Award, with Ahmed being among them, bringing laurels to Assam. His honour has been widely welcomed in the state as recognition of inclusive values and sustained contribution through hard work.

Ahmed's wife, Junu Rajkhowa, also shared her happiness, saying she felt blessed that her husband's years of perseverance had finally received national recognition. She remarked that sincere effort always yields meaningful results.

Their daughter, JN Tulika, expressed pride and gratitude, thanking the people of Assam and the Government of India for the honour. She said her father always believed that work itself is the highest form of worship and that dedication in any field not only helps individuals but also contributes positively to society.

She added that this philosophy is what makes him deserving of the Padma Shri.

With Nuruddin Ahmed's recognition, Assam once again shines on the national stage, reflecting a spirit of unity, inclusiveness and unwavering commitment to work.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Heartwarming to see such recognition. In today's times, we need more stories like this that highlight our shared culture over divisions. Reviving Assamese theatre with limited resources is no small feat. Hard work and sincerity always win.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the sentiment, I sometimes feel these awards come too late in life for many genuine contributors. He has been working for decades. But better late than never. His message is important for the youth.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in cultural preservation, I know how challenging it is. To sustain Assamese theatre and bring national events to life with a team of 40 workers shows remarkable leadership. The Padma Shri is well-deserved.
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Karthik V
Assam's culture is so rich and often doesn't get the national spotlight it deserves. Glad to see people like Ahmed sir getting recognition. His family's diversity - Manipuri, Tamil, Ahom - is what makes our country strong. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
True dedication always shines through. In a world full of noise, quiet perseverance like his is inspiring. His wife's support also shows how crucial family is in any success story. More power to them!

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