Himangshu Ray:
Belbari-Morang,8 Jun: A special program titled “In Memory of Ganesh Rasik” was successfully held in Belbari, Morang. The event honored the life, personality, and contributions of the late lyricist, composer, singer, and senior creator Ganesh Rasik, conveying the message that writers and creators never truly die.
The program was organized with the belief that authors, creators, and artists live on eternally in people’s thoughts and emotions. Even though their physical bodies may rest in the earth, their works remain vibrant, timeless, and immortal. To emphasize this perspective, the event purposefully avoided traditional rituals such as offering garlands or vermillion to Rasik’s portrait. Additionally, no formal tributes or words of condolence were delivered throughout the program.
A joint event organized by Jujharu Media and Research Center and Shiksha Sandesh English School successfully concluded in Belbari, paying tribute to the life, personality, and creative legacy of the late lyricist, composer, and artist Ganesh Rasik. The program aimed to spread the message that true creators never die — their works and impact remain immortal in the hearts and minds of people.
Author and researcher Keshav Birahi delivered a detailed presentation on Rasik’s biography, character, and contributions. Emphasizing the enduring nature of artistic and literary creations, Birahi argued that garlanding portraits or offering vermilion is unnecessary when creators live on through their work.
Veteran literary figure and former Member of Parliament Harkaman was the chief guest at the event. Other notable speakers included linguist Amrit Prasad Acharya, playwright Bharat Guragain Barbarik, and Dr. Chhabi Bairagi Ghimire, chairperson of the Sundarharaincha Art and Literature Development Committee. All shared reflections on the immortal spirit of Ganesh Rasik.
With enthusiastic participation from the students of Shiksha Sandesh English School, most speakers expressed the belief that Rasik’s immortality lies in his songs, music, and literature. They encouraged young students to learn from Rasik’s inspirational life and contribute meaningfully to society and the nation.
The program saw the presence of various literary and artistic figures including Ramesh Niraula, President of the Belbari Literature Development Committee; Rajesh Khatri, Principal of Shiksha Sandesh English School; Laxmi Prasad Phuyal, Secretary of the Art and Literature Promotion Committee in Pathari Shanishchare; along with Prince Pramod Dhakal, Som Prasad Bhattarai, Sijan Shrestha, Durga Kharel, Yadav Bhattarai, Khem Chandra Adhikari, Basu Adhikari, and Ekaraj Bhattarai.
A group of eighth-grade students from Shiksha Sandesh performed the heartfelt song “Malai Pyaro Lagchha.” Musical performances by Itaraj Limbu and Junu Budhathoki added to the tribute. Additionally, poetry and literary recitations by creators like Laxmi Prasad Phuyal, Prince Pramod Dhakal, Sijan Shrestha, and Ekaraj Bhattarai enriched the cultural dimension of the event.
The program was chaired by Bhupal Basnet, chairperson of Shiksha Sandesh English School, and was hosted by renowned poet Navaraj Pokharel “Navshila.”
