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]

Dr.

Arunoday Saha
Born
Bishalgarh, Tripura, India
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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