Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Jyotiraditya Scindia Lauds Journalism of Courage, Ethics

The Sadin-Pratidin Group's Achiever Awards 2025 will honour renowned personalities having exceptional contributions in different walks of life, including the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' and the 'Sadin Award'. The ceremony this year is being held at the Birinchi Kumar Barua Auditorium at Gauhati University. The chief guest for this year's event is Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

The Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards, organised annually by the Sadin-Pratidin Group, are a prestigious platform that recognises excellence and outstanding contributions across diverse fields in Assam and the Northeast. Individuals, as well as organisations extending distinguished service in their respective fields, are honoured in the award ceremony.

The most recent ceremony was held on December 8, 2024, at the Rangghar Auditorium of Dibrugarh University, marking a significant milestone as it coincided with the silver jubilee celebrations of the group’s Dibrugarh edition. At the 2024 edition, awards were presented across 10 categories. The Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred on eminent intellectual and litterateur Dr Nagen Saikia, while the Sadin Award for Journalism was presented to veteran journalist Haider Hussain.

Past Winners

Over the years, the Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards have honoured several distinguished personalities. Previous recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Award include Nrityacharya Jatin Goswami (2023), Rongbong Terang (2021), Homen Borgohain (2019), Birendra Nath Datta (2017), and Abdul Majid (2015). Other notable past awardees include Kulada Kumar Bhattacharyee (Sadin Award, 2023), Zubeen Garg (Music Award, 2021), and Lovlina Borgohain (Excellence in Sports, 2021).

The awards are selected by a committee chaired by Jayanta Baruah, Chairman of the Sadin–Pratidin Group.

Jan 26, 2026 01:21 IST
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Jan 26, 2026 01:20 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025 Ends with Vote of Thanks
Bringing the itineraries of the day to a close, Pratidin Time Managing Director Smitakshi B Goswami delivered the vote of thanks. She thanked the distinguished guests, including Union MinisterJyotiraditya Scindiaand the Padadhikar of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha, Bhabendra Nath Deka. She also thanked all the award winners for their contribution in society and appreciated everyone present at the auditorium.



Jan 26, 2026 01:19 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Gauhati University VC Thankful
The vice-chancellor of Gauhati University, Dr Nani Gopal Mahanta, who was felicitated by Pratidin Time Editor-in-Chief Nitumoni Saikia, also spoke on the occasion. He thanked the Sadin-Pratidin Group for choosing the university as the venue for the event and hailed the good work done by the group.



Jan 26, 2026 01:17 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Bhabendra Nath Deka Addresses Gathering
In his address, Padadhikar of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha, Bhabendra Nath Deka, praised Jayanta Baruah and the entire Pratidin Group for upholding the Assamese language and culture and hailed him for his contribution to Assamese public life.



Jan 26, 2026 01:16 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards: What Chairman Jayanta Baruah Said?
Addressing the gathering at the 11th edition of theAchiever Awards, Sadin–Pratidin Group’s owner and Editor of Asomiya Pratidin,Jayanta Baruah,highlighted the broader vision behind the awards, stating that the initiative has consistently celebrated excellence across sectors in the Northeast.
He recalled the enduring legacy of Assamese language scholar Hemchandra Barua, noting that for over 130 years his work has inspired generations. Drawing from that legacy, Baruah said the Sadin–Pratidin Group continues its unwavering efforts in journalism while also taking up social responsibilities beyond the newsroom.
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Jan 26, 2026 01:14 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Jyotiraditya Scindia Lauds Journalism of Courage, Ethics
The Sadin-Pratidin Group's Achiever Awards 2025 will honour renowned personalities having exceptional contributions in different walks of life, including the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' and the 'Sadin Award'. The ceremony this year is being held at the Birinchi Kumar Barua Auditorium at Gauhati University. The chief guest for this year's event is Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
The Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards, organised annually by the Sadin-Pratidin Group, are a prestigious platform that recognises excellence and outstanding contributions across diverse fields in Assam and the Northeast. Individuals, as well as organisations extending distinguished service in their respective fields, are honoured in the award ceremony.
Read more.



Jan 26, 2026 01:12 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Best Journalist Awards
Best Journalist Awards recognised outstanding media professionals in-house from Asomiya Pratidin, Pratidin Digital and Pratidin Time, honouring excellence in reporting and technical contribution. Dimpul Borgohain and Joydeep Narayan Deb from Pratidin Digital, Hiyamoni Sharma and Bhabesh Deka from Asomiya Pratidin and Baharul Islam and Wahidur Rahman from Pratidin Time were conferred with the award.



Jan 25, 2026 20:00 IST
Dr Nahendra Padun Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Dr Nahendra Padun, an eminent poet, lyricist, essayist, researcher, and linguist whose body of work includes over 20 books spanning poetry, songs, and research-based essays. He has held key academic and literary positions, including membership of the General Council of the Anundoram Borooah Language, Art and Culture Organisation and serving as Principal Editor of the Asom Sahitya Sabha. He was honoured with a Seleng, gamusa, Eri Sador, a copy of Hemkosh, and a cheque of ₹1,11,111.



Jan 25, 2026 19:58 IST
Sadin Journalism and Literature Award Presented to Polen Borkotoky
Born in Tinsukia in 1942, Pulen Borkotoky is one of the most prolific figures in Assamese literature and a long-time contributor to Sadin–Pratidin. With nearly six decades of writing, including 13 novels and numerous other literary works, he has significantly enriched Assamese journalism and literary discourse. He was felicitated with a gamusa, citation, and a cheque of ₹55,555.



Jan 25, 2026 19:56 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Jahnu Barua Takes Home Achiever Cultural Award 2025
A pioneer of Assamese cinema, Jahnu Barua has directed over 14 Assamese feature films and made notable contributions to Hindi cinema, earning widespread national and international recognition. His achievements have been honoured with the Padma Shri (2003) and the Padma Bhushan (2015).



Jan 25, 2026 19:56 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Achiever Music Award 2025 Bagged by Jitu-Tapan
The legendary music duo has composed scores for 13 Assamese films, 37 Hindi films, and numerous productions in other languages, in addition to music for over 50 television serials and documentaries. Having collaborated with iconic artistes including Bhupen Hazarika, Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammad Rafi, Kishore Kumar, and Alka Yagnik, they have left an enduring mark on Indian cinema. The award was received by Jitu Sarma on behalf of the duo.



Jan 25, 2026 19:55 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Excellence in Health Care Award to Dr Surajit Giri
A committed surgeon, Dr Giri has been treating snakebite patients across Assam since 2018 and has successfully treated over 3,500 cases in the past eight years without a single fatality, marking an exceptional contribution to public healthcare and emergency medical response in the state.



Jan 25, 2026 19:54 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Biju Kumar Das Wins Excellence in Art Award
Renowned sculptor and visual artist Biju Kumar Das has been actively engaged in creative practice since 2003, with a body of work spanning painting, sculpture, and visual art. His creations, marked by deep human sensibility and artistic depth, have been exhibited at numerous national and international platforms.



Jan 25, 2026 19:53 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards: Excellence in Social Service Award for Karunadhara Trust
Established by eminent litterateur Homen Borgohain on February 11, 2011, Karunadhara Trust has grown into a key humanitarian organisation in Assam, supporting nearly 4,000 underprivileged individuals through food, clothing, shelter, healthcare assistance, and compassionate care.



Jan 25, 2026 19:52 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Excellence in Environment Conservation goes to Manoj Gogoi
The award recognises a lifetime of quiet dedication to environmental protection and wildlife conservation. Long before conservation gained wider attention, Gogoi worked selflessly to safeguard nature, with his sustained efforts helping reduce human–animal conflict and strengthen wildlife conservation across the region. During the ceremony, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia called for a special round of applause, describing Gogoi as someone “who cares for animals when no one else has the time.”



Jan 25, 2026 19:51 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Pradeep Purohit bags Corporate Excellence Award
The Corporate Excellence Award was presented to Pradeep Purohit, Chief Operating Officer of Star Cement Ltd and Chairman of CII, in recognition of his pivotal role in advancing the construction and infrastructure sector. Known for his expertise in operations, procurement, budgeting, and strategic planning, Purohit’s leadership combines operational strength with a clear long-term industry vision.



Jan 25, 2026 19:48 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Excellence in Sports for Uma Chetry
Uma Chetry has emerged as one of Assam’s brightest young cricketing talents, gaining national recognition through consistent high-level performances and unwavering dedication. A member of the Indian women’s team that won the 2025 Cricket World Cup, she also played a crucial role in India’s gold-medal victory at the 2022 Asian Games, bringing pride to both Assam and the nation.



Jan 25, 2026 19:47 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards: Excellence in Science and Innovation
An internationally acclaimed scientist from Assam, Dr Bismita Hazarika, has built a distinguished academic and research career marked by consistent excellence. After completing her undergraduate studies and M.Tech at IIT Guwahati, she went on to earn a PhD and, since 2018, has been associated with a leading university in Canada. Her work spans cutting-edge areas including quantum computing, generative artificial intelligence, intelligent communication networks, and emerging 6G technologies. Several of her research contributions have received global recognition and are ranked among the world’s leading scientific outputs, placing her among the top women scientists in the 6G domain.



Jan 25, 2026 19:46 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Jury Appreciation for Assam's Tech and Tea
Two brothers, Indraneel Talukdar and Kabyaneel Talukdar, received the Jury Appreciation Award for transforming Assam’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through Aakhor, the state’s first Assamese speech-to-text application, which has gained wide acceptance for enhancing digital accessibility and linguistic inclusion. Entrepreneur Upamanyu Borkotoky was also honoured in the same category for Woolah Tea, the world’s first bagless tea, an innovation that blends sustainability and convenience while giving a contemporary boost to Assam’s traditional tea industry.



Jan 25, 2026 18:41 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards: Bhabendra Nath Deka Felicitated
Sadin-Pratidin Group Chairman and Editor of Asomiya Pratidin, Jayanta Baruah, felicitated Bhabendra Nath Deka, the Padadhikar of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha, at the Achiever Awards ceremony.
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Jan 25, 2026 18:39 IST
Achiever Awards 2025: Cheif Guest Jyotiraditya Scindia Felicitated
Sadin-Pratidin Group Chairman and Editor of Asomiya Pratidin, Jayanta Baruah, felicitated the chief guest of the Achiever Awards 2025 ceremony, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia with a traditional Assamese gamusa and a sador.
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Jan 25, 2026 18:33 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards: Ceremonial Lighting of Lamp
The ceremonial lighting of the lamp to officially inaugurate the Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025 was done by the chief guest, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, joined by Padadhikar of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha, Bhabendra Nath Deka and the Sadin-Pratidin Group's Jayanta Baruah at the Birinchi Kumar Barua Auditorium at Gauhati University.
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Jan 25, 2026 18:01 IST
Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025: Chief Guest Jyotiraditya Scindia Arrives
The chief guest for the Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, arrived at the Birincha Kumar Barua Auditorium at Gauhati University. The owner of Sadin-Pratidin Group, Jayanta Baruah, accompanied him to the venue.
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Jan 25, 2026 17:42 IST
Just Moments Left For Main Event
The stage is set for the Sadin-Pratidin Achiever Awards 2025, which are about to begin. Distinguished guests are taking seat at the Birinchi Kumar Barua Auditorium at Gauhati University.
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