Amartya meaning who never dies
Amartya was fond of listening the stories and he used to sleep with his grandma to know the stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Since childhood he was a quiet and studious type. He never quarreled and fought with anyone.
Amartya’ mother gave the nickname RAJ and his father called him -PICHKU SONA-. Other family members like maternal grandmother, maternal grandfather, uncle, aunt, neighbours affectionately started calling Amartya in different names as per their choice.
Like the Hindu Supreme God Sri Krishna, Amartya had many nick names.
Being the first male child at the home he was the darling to all extended family members-uncles, aunts, sisters, besides his grandparents.
When he was about 6 months old, Amartya along with his mom shifted to Shillong, a Hill Town, Known as "Scotland of East", his dad's workplace.
Sifting from grandma’s house at hot and humid weather of Bengal’s Midnapore Town to the cool hilly town of Shillong, North Eastern Himalayan state of Meghalaya, he adjusted well.
Twice he had major sickness during his early childhood. Fracture of his elbow joint and then a heart problem, when it was detected having very high heart rate-Tachycardia. He was treated at a Heart Hospital in Kolkata, India city.
It was cured through medication, and he became well and lived a happy healthy childhood like any other normal child.
Things Started Changing
Things started changing at this stage. After completing his 4 years at Tender Care, the nursery school, he was to be admitted in class I for formal education.
He appeared in the tests at the best school of the city-St Edmunds School. After his tests and parents’ interview he was cleared to get admission.Some problems started in his dad’s office and he had to leave the job and move elsewhere. Mom was still working in her teaching job.
The family moved to Hyderabad, Amartya's grandma's house, leaving almost everything as his dad's work nature changed
Dad grew up in a village named Sahaspur, in a respected but not a very well off financially as a child within a large size family. Then moved to the small town Midnapore, the place we mentioned earlier, for study in a school and then to college. Life his father, grandfather of Amartya , he was a simple, quiet, never competitive young guy. So Amartya’s dad was lonely, quiet, friendless type of person
Coming back to Amartya now, he took admission in class I in neighboring Cal Public School and stated staying in maternal grandmother’s house after our small family was in disarray. Later he was shifted to DAV school in Hyderabad.
Study in Hyderabad
Amartya shifted to Hyderabad, where his maternal grandparents live when he was in class 8. He joined in DAV School where he excelled in his studies. His mother was with him and his dad travelled from Kolkata to meet him time to time.
To prepare for National Entrance Examination for Medical Education (NEET) he thereafter joined in Sri Chaitanya Narayana School, which was located on the other side of the city. To stay near the school, he again shifted to a rented accommodation along with his mom. He completed his school education, up to class 12 in the school.
College Life in Burdwan
Amartya's life at Burdwan, to say it in simplest term, was " mixed". Having lived in beautiful cities he felt the place little awkward.
The people, places and culture are so different. Moreover, he didn't grow up in the present-day culture of state of West Bengal. It is highly politicized and corrupt atmosphere.
Because there is no hostel in the College & Hospital students and doctors have to arrange their own accommodations. One has to take room partners, generally batch mate, but not always.
Like everywhere else in Burdwan also he faced both good and evil students at the medical college and as his room partners.
He simply didn't like the place. And ultimately, he has to give his life driving on the way towards the college while going to resume duty on June ,2024 in morning hours due to " Unknown Reason"
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Dr. Amartya Ghosal was a remarkable individual . in his very short life , whose contributions touched many lives.
Everyone who came across Amartya be it is his college professor to common passerby to some person unknown to him was touched by his kindness, respectful behavior, gentle manners.
In this section, you’ll find a detailed biography that outlines his achievements, passions, and the values he held dear.
Discover the person behind the foundation and the legacy he left behind.
Came to the Earth for A short Time
Born in a non-descript district town in the Southern part of West Bengal, a Town and District Midnapore, which is considered “backward” by the State Government and therefore neglected and being a peaceful place hardly in the news, Amartya, the first and only child, was born on 5th July 1999, a Monday.
His grandmother Mrs. Lila Ghosal named him Amartya meaning: Who Can’t Die. Immortal.
The grandfather, Mr. Sudhir Kumar Ghosal, a highly respected and influential landlord, Freedom Fighter against British Colonization of India, yet a simple person, concurred with his wife.
And thus, Amartya Ghosal was named. Believed to be -immortal. Who can’t Die.
BUT THE DESTINITY HAS A DIFFERENT PLAN. HE WAS KILLED 25 DAYS BEFORE CELEBRATING HIS 25TH BIRTHDAY.
Life at Nursery School at Shillong
At the age of 1 year 8 months Amartya as mitted in a nursery school nearby in Shillong city. The name of the school was “Tender Care” and he continue to study there for 4 years.
His dad used to drop him in school driving scooter through the hilly terrain.
On the very first school around 30 children kept inside the room and all the kids started crying loudly. Amartya’s eyes was filled with tear but he kept quiet but did not cry. He was the only one among all the other kids.
Around this time mom joined the North Eastern Hill University, a central university, to study B.Ed.
The idea behind the decision was that if the mom is properly trained in teaching, it will help to make the son a better student. In those days we used to see all rank holders of State or National board were mostly children of teachers.
Amartya had always been a good student. Did his homework, got good marks in exams, respectful to the teachers and others. There was never any compliant from anybody against him ever.
He was calm and quiet by nature. Had a very small circle of friends-school buddies and neighbours. He was sensitive and emotional.
Life In Kolkata
Amartya's dad had been working based in Hyderabad at that time. Mom was also employed in a company there.
Dad’s company proposed to transfer him to Kolkata as a replacement for someone from Kolkata branch who will return to Hyderabad.
As dad was to be relocated to Kolkata mom also applied for transfer to Kolkata. She got transfer quickly but unfortunately dad’s transfer was hold up.
So mom along with the kid Amartya shifted to Kolkata, a new city, a started living in rented house at a place called Kalikapur, where dad’s younger brother was staying nearby.
Amartya got admitted in Garden High School, not far away. Mom had long working hours and Amartya had to stay alone at home. A relative was brought in to stay and look after him.
But both for dad at Hyderabad at that time and mom in Kolkata with the little kid in Kolkata life become tough. Ultimately dad left his job and came to Kolkata to look after Amartya, because to him family is the priority.
Within few years Amartya, the kid, changed locations from one city to another and his study continued in different schools wherever his parents had to move. But he showed no sign of discomfort or made any compliant.
He adjusted and he developed the habit of adjusting to different situations and conditions. It became his nature.
But then he was then only a school going shy kid.
By this time mom settled in her job in Kolkata city. The family bought an decent apartment, in 2007, which was well for a 3-member family.
Where he stayed during the last phase of his short life. He was taken here for the last time, 17 years later, when there is no life left inside the body.
Amartya joined in swimming class, drawing class like other kids of his age. Playing with 4-5 boys of his age on the park within the housing complex, where we were living.
He never asked for anything extra, he was never demanding. He was happy with whatever he got. There was no reason to scold him or give him punishment. Financially we are doing well for a few years in our new apartment.
Dad and mom both were doing good job. So there was no financial crisis.
But situation changed. During the worldwide economic slowdown during 2008-2010. Amartya had to shift again.
Amartya's Papa left stable jobs twice, when he was posted at Hyderabad and second time in East Africa, in 2007 and again in 2012 to stay with his "Pichku Sona' and look after him.
Back to Home
Amartya, also called affectionately as Raj, Pichku Sona, Papaji and many other names by his family member returned to Kolkata after completion of his school education. Started staying at home with his Papa and Grandma. He cleared the Entrance Exam and selected to join in the Burdwan Dental College & Hospital, about 120 km away from home. It was a different type of place, a district HQ town. He stayed in places like Shillong, Hyderabad and Kolkata, he needed some adjustment in the new location. He started staying in rented accommodation along with some other students of different batches during his Bachelor Degree Course Medical Education. He tried his best to adjust with new people and new place. Mom was out of the city and country during this phase, she returned home during COVIOD later.
MY STORY
This support group has been formed in memory of Dr. Amartya Ghosal of India, who passed away at the age of 25 by his parents. The tragic death of child inspired his parents to create awareness among both parents and children through support Groups for Adolescents &Young Adults and separately another for the parents.
The Dr. Amartya Ghosal Foundation is a leading global social support network dedicated to improving the lives of individual Parents and Children, who are growing up and the young boys and girls.
We provide support, guidance and solace to the parents and children, who are in distress.
We counsel to individuals as well as through support groups and communities.
Besides providing access to education, healthcare, and basic needs, the foundation is helping countless people, parents and children who are in distress and agony during parenting and adolescents across the globe by a team of passionate and experienced professionals, the foundation is committed to making a positive impact the world.
Join in our mission to create a better future for the future generations.
It is with great sadness that we remember Dr. Amartya Ghosal, who was taken from us too soon, even before reaching the age of 25. He had a for stories, particularly those of Indian Epics Ramayana, Mahabharata and ancient mythology, and was known by many affectionate nicknames given by his family and friends.
Despite facing health challenges in his early years, Amartya, from his child life to adulthood, has always been kind and gentle, never quarreling or fighting with anyone.
May his memory live on in the hearts of those who knew and him and those who will learn about him will get inspired. The news of Amartya's sudden death, before reaching 25, was a bolt from the blue to everyone, who met him at least once,
To them he was the epitome of brilliance, hard work, respectful and courteous to everyone, in his locality, college, market, clinic, chamber everyone.
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