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Assam Sports Awardee Prabin Chandra Das Passes Away at 81
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 06:32 AM
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Veteran sportsperson and Assam Sports Award recipient Prabin Chandra Das died at 81 following a prolonged illness, India Today NE reports.
Prabin Chandra Das, a celebrated figure in Assam's sporting community and a recipient of the state's prestigious Sports Award, has died at the age of 81. The veteran athlete succumbed to a prolonged illness, according to reports from India Today NE.
Das was widely respected for his contributions to sports in the region, earning him the Assam Sports Award in recognition of his achievements and dedication. His passing marks the loss of a prominent personality who inspired many young athletes in the state.
The family has not released further details about the exact nature of his illness or the circumstances surrounding his death. Tributes are expected to pour in from the sports fraternity and local officials, reflecting his lasting impact on Assam's athletic landscape.
Authorities and sports bodies are likely to observe a period of mourning, with possible arrangements for a state-level homage to honor his legacy.
Das was widely respected for his contributions to sports in the region, earning him the Assam Sports Award in recognition of his achievements and dedication. His passing marks the loss of a prominent personality who inspired many young athletes in the state.
The family has not released further details about the exact nature of his illness or the circumstances surrounding his death. Tributes are expected to pour in from the sports fraternity and local officials, reflecting his lasting impact on Assam's athletic landscape.
Authorities and sports bodies are likely to observe a period of mourning, with possible arrangements for a state-level homage to honor his legacy.