Sonamukhi College

The glorious year was 1966. Assembly of some noble spirits was the result of enormous inspiration from Prof Ananta Lal Patra. At least three supports were necessary for a 3-dimensional creation. Late Bishnupada Dey and Late Saktipada Dey extended their support unconditionally by donating a land of area around 5 acres in the nature?s lap of Sonamukhi forest. A large number of people poured their financial help with smile, happiness and blessings keeping aside their concern about their economic status. The inception of Sonamukhi College and cultivation of Higher Education turned into reality by their collective effort. Sonamukhi Block and its surroundings were highly populated with first generation learner. Poverty, Darkness and superstitions were the part of their daily life. Voyage to enlighten those innocent souls was started from three rooms of Sonamukhi B. J. High School. The incessant and incredible effort finally showed the completeness on 17 August 1966. On that very day, Sonamukhi College got approval of UGC under section 12(b) and 2f. Prof Ananta Lal Patra, founder principal, is no more. This irony prevails in each and every heart of citizens belongs to Bankura District. But, the germination of this higher education centre already has become the landmark of Academic Excellency in the eastern region of Bankura District.