Hemanta Kumar Jamatia
Hemanta Kumar Jamatia | |
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| Born | Hemanta Kumar Jamatia 1954 |
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| Years active | 1983 - present |
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Hemanta Kumar Jamatia is a Tripuri folk singer, songwriter, composer and politician.[1] He is the member of CPI(M) and current Secretary of CPI(M) Teliamura committee.[2][3] He is the recipient of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1996).[4][5]
Biography[edit]
Jamatia, already an accomplished folk musician by the age of 14, underwent a transformative journey at 26 when he decided to join the Tripura National Volunteer, a militant group. This marked a profound shift in his life, transitioning from the realm of folk music to an active role within an armed organization. His decision to take up arms was motivated by the ethnic clashes that unfolded during the tumultuous 1980s, a period characterized by widespread violence leading to the loss of hundreds of lives. Faced with the gravity of the situation and the complexities arising from ethnic conflicts, Jamatia felt compelled to join the armed struggle as a means of addressing and navigating the challenging circumstances of the time.[6]
Later TNV got divided and was formed a new extremist organization in the name of All Tripura People’s Liberation Organisation(ATPLO) under the leadership of Hemanta Kumar Jamatia, Binanda Jamatia and Khagendra Jamatia.[1]
However, a pivotal realization dawned on Jamatia in 1983, leading him to comprehend the futility of armed insurgency. At this juncture, he made the courageous decision to surrender, renouncing the path of armed rebellion and returning to a normal life. Subsequently, Jamatia redirected his focus, dedicating his efforts to the preservation and promotion of the folk music of the Tripuri people.[7]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Das, Haripada. "Khagendra Jamatia No More | Peoples Democracy". peoplesdemocracy.in. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ^ "Former Tripura CM Manik Sarkar criticizes govt over privatization of Electricity, Railways". tripuratimes.com. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ^ "BJP rule will be marked for poor governance, said CPI(M) polit bureau member Manik Sarkar". tripurainfo.com.
- ^ "Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardees".
- ^ "Former militant turned folk musician from Tripura receives Sangeet Natak Akademi award". India Today.
- ^ "Hemanta Kumar Jamatia - from a hardcore militant to custodian of folk-music of Tripura". www.oknortheast.com.
- ^ "Former guerrilla is Tripura's folk music custodian". gulfnews.com. 4 September 2006.