Guwahati:Assistant High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Guwahati, Zikrul Hassan Fahad, visited the family of the late Shankar Lall Goenka, a veteran industrialist and film producer, to pay his respects and convey condolences on behalf of Bangladesh.
According to United News of Bangladesh, Fahad recalled his interactions with Goenka and discussed with Siddharth Goenka, the late producer's son, about his father's significant contributions to the cultural landscape of Northeast India since the mid-twentieth century.
Shankar Lall Goenka was a prominent figure in the regional cinema scene as a film producer, distributor, and exhibitor. His work with Kelvin Cinema and involvement in producing National Award-winning films are notable achievements in his career. The Assistant High Commission highlighted these contributions, noting their lasting impact on cinema and cultural heritage.
The passing of Goenka is seen as a profound loss to the cultural community in the region. The Assistant High Commission of Bangladesh expressed its deepest condolences to his family and prayed for his eternal peace. Shankar Lall Goenka, who significantly promoted cinema in Assam and Meghalaya, passed away on November 6 at the age of 90.