Prasanta Dutta, affectionately known as Jitu, a professor and head of the Political Science Department at Dikhowmukh College in Sivasagar district, has passed away. He was 57 years old and succumbed to health complications related to high blood pressure after being in critical condition for the past one and a half months. Dutta died at Tulip Mediworld private hospital in Guwahati at 9:38 PM on Thursday. His body was transported back to his residence in Gaurisagar on Friday morning, a loss that has deeply affected the local community.
In an atmosphere of mourning, a memorial service was held where senior journalist Rajib Dutta led the proceedings. Following this, tributes were paid to Dutta at Dikhowmukh College. Various groups, including faculty members, student unions, and alumni associations, gathered to honor his contributions and legacy. Organizations such as the Political Science Department, Sivasagar Zilla Xahitya Xabha, and Dikhowmukh Anchalik Chatra Santha also expressed their condolences.
Prasanta Dutta is survived by his mother, wife, son, three brothers, and numerous other relatives, leaving behind a family and community in mourning.
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Publish Date: 2026-01-18 13:06:00
