Dr Amitabh Mitra: Celebrated Polymath Honored by BASA for Three Decades of Service

Dr Amitabh Mitra, a Bengal-born medical professional, artist, and poet, was honored by the Bengali Association of South Africa (BASA) for his long-standing commitment to community service and cultural integration. His work spans continents and fields, blending art, poetry, and medicine to foster healing.

Dr Amitabh Mitra, a distinguished Bengal-born medical professional, artist, and poet, was honored on Sunday by the Bengali Association of South Africa (BASA) for his three decades of service to communities globally.

Mitra was awarded at BASA's annual event 'Kobi Pranaam', which celebrates Bengali polymaths, poets, and composers such as Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam.

BASA President Gourish Chakraborthy emphasized the Association's mission to bring Bengal's art and culture to Indian expatriates and South Africans. Despite language barriers, the universal appeal of music and performance unites diverse audiences.

In addition to his medical practice, Mitra's dedication to the arts offers a unique perspective on healing. He noted his early days as a UN volunteer and his continual involvement in socio-political matters, emphasizing the intertwined nature of art, poetry, and medicine.

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