Noted social worker and Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh leader Brundaban Sabat passed away while undergoing treatment for cardiac arrest at the MKCG Medical College Hospital here on Sunday morning. He was 74.
His wife, daughter, son-in-law and two sons and many of his relatives were present at his deathbed.
Sabat, who was actively associated with several trade unions, socio-cultural organisations, religious activities and charitable institutions, was very popular among his peers and followers for his simplicity and vibrant leadership.
His contributions for development of industrial area, revival of local sick industries, solution for drinking water problems, stoppage of passenger train and construction of an over-bridge in the industrial area, spearheading movement for takeover of the Mohuda Pharmacy College by the State Government would be remembered for years to come.
Several organisations like Silpanchal Passenger Rahani Sangram Samiti, Manav Adhikar Surakshya Manch (MASM), Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh and NGO Karmachari Sangathan were constituted under his leadership.
Hundreds of people thronged his house at Ankuli Indiranagar to pay him last respects. MASM Convenor Abani Gaya, Panchanan Choudhury and Er Ashoak Pal expressed deep condolences over his demise.