Aranya Chiran
Aranya Chiran | |
|---|---|
| অরন্য চিরান | |
| Born | 20 December 1980 |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Occupation(s) | Teaching, Social Service |
| Known for | Public Services |
| Awards | Independence Award (2024) |
Aranya Chiran (born 20 December 1980) is a Bangladeshi teacher, poet and social worker. He is also known for his research of Garo ethnic group. The government of Bangladesh awarded him Independence Award, the highest civilian honor, in 2024 for his special contribution to social service.[1]
Early life
[edit]Chiran was born on 20 December 1980 to Khitish Mankhin in Dighalbag village of Dhobaura Upazila of Mymensingh district.[2] During his academic career, he received an MPhil degree in culture from Jahangirnagar University. He is also serving as the Secretary General of Oikya Parishad, an indigenous organization of greater Mymensingh area.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "10 distinguished individuals get Independence Awards". The Daily Star. 25 March 2024. Retrieved 9 January 2025.
- ^ "আমি স্বাধীনতা পুরস্কার পাওয়ার জন্য কাজ করিনি : অরন্য চিরান". dhakapost.com (in Bengali). 18 March 2024. Retrieved 9 January 2025.
- ^ "পুরস্কার নেওয়ার পরই শেষ অরন্য চিরান 'বিতর্ক'". Bangla Tribune (in Bengali). Retrieved 9 January 2025.