Assam Former minister, retired teacher Sarat Barkotoky passes away

Introduction

The state of Assam is in mourning as it bids farewell to a prominent political figure, Sarat Barkotoky, a former MLA, and minister who passed away in the early hours of October 30. Barkotoky, known for his unwavering dedication to the Indian National Congress, had a long and distinguished political career, having served as a minister of state in former Chief Minister Hiteswar Saikia’s cabinet.

The Life and Legacy of Sarat Barkotoky

Sarat Barkotoky was born on March 1, 1935, in Mathurapur, Sonari, to his parents, the late Hem Chandra Barkotoky and the late Chandra Probha Barkotoky. From an early age, he displayed a passion for public service and a commitment to the Congress party, which became the cornerstone of his political journey.

A Stalwart Congressman

Throughout his political career, Sarat Barkotoky remained a steadfast member of the Indian National Congress. His dedication and commitment to the party were evident in his continuous success in Legislative Assembly Elections. He was a popular representative, serving the people of Assam with diligence and a deep sense of responsibility.

Loss in 2016 Election

Sarat Barkotoky’s political career, although illustrious, faced a setback in the 2016 Legislative Assembly Elections. In that election, he was defeated by BJP candidate Topon Kumar Gogoi by a margin of 24,117 votes. This election marked a turning point in his political journey, as he was one of the ten cabinet ministers who faced electoral defeat.

Find More Obituaries News

 

 

 

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Japan Revises Defence Export Rules: India Calls It Boost to Strategic Partnership

India has welcomed the Japan's recent move to revise the defense export framework and called…

13 mins ago

NASSCOM Gets New Chairman: AI Expert Srikanth Velamakanni Takes Charge

Srikanth Velamakanni has been appointed as the new Chairman of NASSCOM. He is known for…

1 hour ago

Rajesh Kumar Agarwal Takes Charge as Director at Power Finance Corporation

Mr. Rajesh Kumar Agarwal has assumed the charge of the Director at Power Finance Corporation…

2 hours ago

Top-5 Most Productive Countries in the World, Know About Them

Productivity is one of the best ways to understand how efficiently a country's workforce perform.…

2 hours ago

Turkey Passes New Law to Restrict Social Media Access for Children Under 15

Turkey has passed the new bill which is aimed to restricting the social media access…

3 hours ago

Which Indian City is known as the Sweet Capital of India?

India is famous for its delicious sweets made from milk, sugar, jaggery, and flour. Every…

3 hours ago