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Amit K

Amit K

Born and brought up in Uttarpara, Amit presently is a probasi - lives far away. However, his umbilical chord with Uttarpara has never snapped. He may not physically live in Uttarpara - but emotionally Uttarpara lives within him. This blog dedicates itself to citizens of Uttarpara - their lives, their aspirations, their hopes, their culture. Invite all to please come forward and take part in building this blog - make it as nearer to Uttarpara as possible.

Ukil Bari – The Chattopadhyay Clan

Ukil Bari – The Chattopadhyay Clan

Ukilbari (a Bengali word, meaning Lawyers’ House) was established about 175 years ago by Sri Manmathanath Chatterjee at erstwhile Mondal Street (now Netaji Subhash Road). Manmathanath was a lawyer and became subjudge in Dacca (now in Bangladesh). However, this house…

Pathshla Bari – The Chattopadhyay Clan

Pathshla Bari – The Chattopadhyay Clan

Pathsala Bari (a Bengali word meaning primary school building) is residence of another Chatterjee clan and a familiar landmark in Uttarpara. Babu Rajnarayan Chatterjee migrated from Mahesh (near Serampore) to Uttarpara around mid Nineteenth century through matrimonial alliance with Roy…

The Benevolent Zamindars of Uttarpara: Champions of Public Good

The Benevolent Zamindars of Uttarpara: Champions of Public Good

Uttarpara, nestled amidst the vibrant tapestry of West Bengal, boasts a rich history deeply intertwined with the generosity of its zamindars (landlords). These weren’t your typical landlords; they were visionaries who understood the importance of public well-being and actively invested…

Uttarpara Municipality

Uttarpara Municipality

The year 1851, regime of East India Company – cholera epidemic broke out in Uttarpara and its surrounding areas. The then Zamindar, Babu Joykrishna Mukherjee and other residents of Uttarpara tried hard to tackle the disease. The epidemic subsided but…

Uttarpara Celebrating Sri Aurobindo’s Legacy

Uttarpara Celebrating Sri Aurobindo’s Legacy

The Uttarpara Sri Aurobindo Parishad holds a special place in our hearts, and for good reason! It’s not just a school, but a place deeply connected to Sri Aurobindo’s life and philosophy. A Historic Speech Ignites a Spark Did you…

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