Arunoday Saha[1] is an Indian Bengali academician, former professor, politician and writer from Agartala, Tripura. He was appointed first vice-chancellor of Tripura University when it became a central university in 2007.[2][3]


Arunoday Saha
Born
NationalityIndian
CitizenshipIndia
EducationM.A. and Ph.D. in Economics
Alma materPresidency College, (B.A.)

Calcutta University, (M.A.)

Utah State University (Ph.D.)
Occupation(s)Academician, Professor, Politician, Writer
Known forFirst vice-chancellor of Tripura Central University (appointed in 2007)
Political partyIndian National Congress
SpouseProf. Manjari Choudhury (marriage date unknown – 2010; her death)
Parent
  • Abani Mohan Saha (father)

Life

Saha was born into an Indian Bengali family in Bishalgarh, Tripura. His father, Abani Mohan Saha, was a businessman.[2]

He was a brilliant student. He got B.A. (from Presidency College, Kolkata), M.A. (from Calcutta University) and Ph.D. (from Utah State University) in Economics. He was appointed the first vice-chancellor of Tripura Central University on July 3, 2007 and retired on February 18, 2013.[2]

He is a member of Indian political party, Indian National Congress.[4] He said, "My family has traditionally been with the Congress but this nomination as a Congress candidate for Lok Sabha is slightly unexpected. But as the party has honored me, I will also do my best in the election."[2]

He is a recognized writer. His writings are published in journals and newspapers. He has published some books.

His wife, Prof. Manjari Choudhury, died in 2010.[1]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "Tripura University VC's wife commits suicide". news.webindia123.com. Archived from the original on 2022-01-04. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "From education to election, Saha has come a long way". www.telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  3. Staff (2007-07-04). "Tripura University elevated to a Central University". oneindia.com. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  4. "Arunoday Saha(Indian National Congress(INC)):Constituency- TRIPURA WEST(TRIPURA) - Affidavit Information of Candidate:". myneta.info. Retrieved 2022-10-12.
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