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Dr. Subhashish Munshi Elected NBBSS President

NBBSS elects new president and secretary. Dr. Subhashish Munshi and Enakshi Sinha to lead Lucknow branch.

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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 20 July 2026 at 02:44 pm
Dr. Subhashish Munshi Elected NBBSS President

The Lucknow branch of the Nikhil Bharat Banga Sahitya Sammelan (NBBSS) has elected Dr. Subhashish Munshi as its president and Enakshi Sinha as secretary for the 2026-28 term. The elections took place at the organisation's annual general meeting held at the Bengali Club in Lucknow.

Dr. Subhashish Munshi, a renowned surgeon, and Enakshi Sinha were unanimously elected to their respective positions. Manoj Banerjee was also elected as the treasurer of the organisation.

The NBBSS is one of the country's oldest literary and cultural organisations, dedicated to promoting the Bengali language, literature, and culture. The organisation was founded by noted poet, composer, and social reformer Atul Prasad Sen and is headquartered in New Delhi. Former President of India Pranab Mukherjee had served as its national president.

The newly elected executive committee includes several prominent members, including Amit Ghosh and Malavika Mukherjee as vice-presidents, Chandrani Mukherjee and Sinchita Biswas as joint secretaries, and Amitabh Chakravarty as assistant treasurer. Other committee members elected for the new term include Manoj Goswami, Amitabh Ghosh, Pankaj Bhattacharya, and several others.

Addressing the meeting, newly elected secretary Enakshi Sinha announced that the Lucknow branch will host the All India Governing Council meeting of the NBBSS at the Bengali Club on August 29 and 30. The meeting is expected to be attended by around 100 delegates from different parts of the country.

The newly elected office-bearers have pledged to work towards strengthening the organisation and promoting Bengali language, literature, and cultural heritage through its activities in Lucknow and across the country. The NBBSS has a rich history and has played a significant role in promoting Bengali culture and literature.

The election of the new executive committee marks a new chapter for the NBBSS Lucknow branch. The organisation's commitment to promoting Bengali language and culture is expected to continue under the leadership of Dr. Subhashish Munshi and Enakshi Sinha.

The NBBSS has been instrumental in promoting Bengali literature and culture across the country. The organisation's activities include hosting literary meetings, cultural events, and seminars. The Lucknow branch is expected to continue these activities and work towards strengthening the organisation's presence in the city.

The election of the new executive committee is a significant development for the NBBSS Lucknow branch. The organisation's new leadership is expected to play a crucial role in promoting Bengali language, literature, and culture in Lucknow and beyond.

In conclusion, the election of Dr. Subhashish Munshi and Enakshi Sinha as president and secretary of the NBBSS Lucknow branch marks a new chapter for the organisation. The newly elected office-bearers have pledged to work towards strengthening the organisation and promoting Bengali language, literature, and cultural heritage. The NBBSS is expected to continue its commitment to promoting Bengali culture and literature under the leadership of its new executive committee.

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