Arunachal: BJP pay tribute to veteran RSS pracharak Sundar Pal, recall his role in Ram Janmabhoomi movement

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Arunachal Pradesh organised a condolence programme to pay tribute to veteran Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) pracharak and former BJP Arunachal Pradesh State General Secretary (Organisation) Sundar Pal, remembering his decades-long contribution to strengthening the party and the Sangh Parivar across the Northeast.

The programme was attended by BJP MLAs, senior party leaders, state office-bearers, party workers and members of the Brahma Kumaris, who recalled Pal's organisational contributions, leadership and role in mentoring generations of party workers.

Originally from West Bengal, Pal died at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata on the occasion of Roop Chaturdashi. Born on June 8, 1958, he had been associated with the RSS since childhood, beginning his journey as a swayamsevak at the Darhatta shakha in West Bengal's Hooghly district.

After completing his graduation, he took up full-time organisational responsibilities as an RSS pracharak. He initially served as Cooch Behar Nagar Pracharak and Sub-Divisional Pracharak before becoming the Organising Secretary of the BJP's Siliguri district unit.

Pal subsequently moved to the Northeast, where he played a significant role in building and strengthening the BJP's organisational network. From 2004 to 2008, he served as the State General Secretary (Organisation) of the BJP's Arunachal Pradesh unit, overseeing organisational activities during a crucial phase of the party's expansion in the state.

He later served as General Secretary (Organisation) of the BJP's Tripura unit from 2008 to 2016. Between 2016 and 2021, he was associated with the BJP Northeast Office in Guwahati, serving as its in-charge and also discharging responsibilities as Samparka Pramukh of the party's Mizoram unit.

From 2021 until his death, Pal served as a senior RSS pracharak and a member of the RSS West Bengal Pranta executive. He was initially stationed in Asansol and later in Bardhaman.

Pal was also associated with the Ram Janmabhoomi movement as a kar sevak and was arrested in Ayodhya in 1992 during the movement.

During the condolence programme, senior BJP leader Tadar Dominic recalled Pal's contribution to the party's growth in Arunachal Pradesh, particularly during its formative years. He said Pal had stood by the organisation through difficult periods, providing guidance and support to party workers.

Dominic also recalled the BJP's electoral performance in the state, noting that the party won nine Assembly seats in the 2004 elections and increased its tally to 11 in 2014. He acknowledged the contribution of organisational leaders such as Pal in building the party's grassroots network over the years.

MLA from Namsai and BJP Arunachal Pradesh vice-president Chau Zingnu Namchoom shared his personal experiences of working with Pal, describing him as a humble, disciplined and approachable leader. He recalled his simplicity and the warmth with which he interacted with party workers.

BJP state general secretary Tadar Niglar also remembered the guidance he received from Pal during his early years in the organisation. He said Pal's mentorship helped younger party workers understand organisational discipline, responsibilities and the importance of dedicated service.

Members of the Brahma Kumaris also presented a special condolence song in his memory during the programme.

Party leaders described Pal as a committed organisational worker whose responsibilities took him across West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Assam and Mizoram. They recalled his long association with the RSS, his involvement in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and his contribution to expanding the BJP's organisational presence in the Northeast.

The programme concluded with prayers and tributes, with party workers remembering his dedication, discipline and mentorship.