By: Mahik Rais Siddiqui
Bahraich, October 1. The Uttar Pradesh Udyog Vyapar Mandal Bahraich organized a condolence meeting in Anand Market on Tuesday to pay heartfelt tribute to its late District President and mentor, Gaurishankar Bhaniramka. Business leaders described his demise as an irreparable loss, saying they had lost a true guardian and guide of the trade community.
The gathering began with a two-minute silence and prayers for the departed soul. Following the meeting, officials and businessmen visited the residence of the Bhaniramka family and handed over a condolence message on behalf of the Vyapar Mandal, expressing their sympathy and solidarity in this moment of grief.
Traders’ Union patron Ashok Matanheliya recalled Bhaniramka as a fearless guardian of traders who always defended their interests before the highest authorities. Acting District President Kulbhushan Arora said that “Gauri Babu” was like a guardian to all, and his loss was irreparable. City President Deepak Soni ‘Dauji’ called him a true guide, while District General Secretary Brijmohan Matanheliya said his presence gave confidence and unity to the business community.
Senior District Vice President Manish Malhotra described him as a simple and friendly person whose absence leaves a deep void. City General Secretary Ashish Kansal and District Treasurer Navneet Agarwal remembered him as a problem-solver and a fearless protector of businessmen, while City Treasurer Sumit Khanna said his conciliatory approach and leadership had been invaluable.
Nanpara Vyapar Mandal President Abdul Mushir Seth lauded him as a visionary leader who tirelessly worked for the development of traders. Youth Vyapar Mandal District President Mayank Tripathi and District Youth General Secretary Piyush Matanheliya said his guidance inspired youth and his simplicity won everyone’s hearts.
On this occasion, those present resolved to honor the memory of late Gaurishankar Bhaniramka by following his principles and continuing his mission of uniting and strengthening the business community.
Trade Board officials present included Ashok Matanheliya, Kulbhushan Arora, Deepak Soni ‘Dauji’, Brijmohan Matanheliya, Manish Malhotra, Ashish Kansal, Navneet Agarwal, Sumit Khanna, Abdul Mushir Seth, Mayank Tripathi, Piyush Matanheliya, Purushottam Gupta, Mahesh Gupta, Atul Singh, Mahesh Agarwal, Manoj Bansal, Sheetal Agarwal, Pulkit Agarwal, Gaurav Arora, Vinay Kumar Jain, Rajesh Rastogi, Ghanshyam Das, among several others.