Veteran industrialist, film producer, distributor and exhibitor Shankar Lall Goenka passed away after making significant contributions to the growth of cinema in Assam and Meghalaya. He continued a family legacy in cinema dating back to 1926, when Kelvin Cinema was established in Shillong.
Through his production banner Shiven Arts, he supported three National Film Award-winning films: Ajeyo (2014), Dau Huduni Methai (2015) and Iewduh (2019). In recognition of his contribution to Assamese cinema, the Government of Assam honoured him with the Jayanta Hazarika Award in 2026.
APSC Relevance: Assamese Cinema, Cultural Patronage
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