Arunoday Saha
Arunoday Saha | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Education | M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics |
| Alma mater | Presidency College (B.A.) Calcutta University (M.A.) Utah State University (Ph.D.) |
| Occupation(s) | Academic, Professor, Politician, Writer |
| Known for | First vice-chancellor of Tripura Central University (appointed in 2007) |
| Political party | Indian National Congress |
| Spouse | Prof. Manjari Choudhury (marriage date unknown – 2010; her death) |
| Father | Abani Mohan Saha |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2025) Tripura Vibhushan (2023) |
Arunoday Saha is an Indian academic, politician, and writer from Tripura. He served as the first vice-chancellor of Tripura University after it was elevated to a central university in 2007. Saha is known for his contributions to the field of education and literature.[1][2][3]
He is a member of the Indian National Congress and contested the 2014 Indian general election from Tripura West constituency. In recognition of his work, he was awarded the *Tripura Vibhushan*, the state's highest civilian award, in 2023 and the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, in 2025 for his contribution to literature and education.[4][5]
Life
Saha was born into a Bengali family in Bishalgarh, Tripura. His father, Abani Mohan Saha, was a businessman.[6]
He obtained his B.A. from Presidency College, Kolkata, M.A. in Economics from University of Calcutta, and Ph.D. from Utah State University. On 3 July 2007, he was appointed as the first vice-chancellor of Tripura University after it attained central university status. He retired on 18 February 2013.[7][8][9][10][11]
Saha entered politics with the Indian National Congress.[12] He stated, "My family has traditionally been with the Congress but this nomination as a Congress candidate for Lok Sabha is slightly unexpected. But as the party has honored me, I will also do my best in the election."[6]
He is also a published writer. His articles have appeared in journals and newspapers, and he has authored books related to economics and public issues.[13][14]
His wife, Prof. Manjari Choudhury, passed away in 2010.[15]
See also
References
- ^ "Tripura University's Former VC Arunoday Saha Honored with Padma Shri for Contributions to Literature and Education". The Times of India. 27 January 2025. Retrieved 5 June 2025.
- ^ "'Literature remains in my blood', former VC of Tripura University Arunoday Saha on being honoured with Padma Shri". Hindustan Times. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 5 June 2025.
- ^ "त्रिपुरा यूनिवर्सिटी के पूर्व वीसी अरुणोदय साहा को साहित्य और शिक्षा में योगदान के लिए पद्मश्री सम्मान". अमर उजाला. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 5 June 2025.
- ^ "Tripura Govt confers state's civilian award to Prof Arunoday Saha, Kokborok literary N C Debbarma". 21 January 2024. Archived from the original on 26 January 2025. Retrieved 26 January 2025.
- ^ "Tripura University's ex-VC Arunoday Saha gets Padma Shri for literature, education". ThePrint. 25 January 2025. Archived from the original on 26 January 2025. Retrieved 26 January 2025.
- ^ a b "From education to election, Saha has come a long way". www.telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ Staff (4 July 2007). "Tripura University elevated to a Central University". oneindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ "Tripura Literature Festival Inaugurated By CM Manik Saha In Agartala". Northeast Today. 22 February 2025. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ ""Women in Sports": One-Day Seminar Organized by Tripura State Women's Commission". Tripura Times. 28 November 2023. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Experts recommend NCERT curriculum for schools in Tripura". The Indian Express. 28 June 2018. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Varsity dean hangs self in Tripura - She was depressed: Cops". The Telegraph. 2 April 2010. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Arunoday Saha(Indian National Congress(INC)):Constituency- TRIPURA WEST(TRIPURA) - Affidavit Information of Candidate". myneta.info. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
- ^ "Renowned economist of Tripura Arunoday Saha conferred Padma Shri for literature and education". The Times of India. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Tripura's Prof Arunoday Saha receives 'Padma Shri' from President Droupadi Murmu". Tripura Tribune. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Tripura University VC's wife commits suicide". news.webindia123.com. 1 April 2010. Archived from the original on 4 January 2022. Retrieved 4 January 2022.