The tall, handsome yet shy, soft spoken, desirous of learning, willingness to put that extra effort, still, with an amount of self doubt, trying to find the better way ahead was Sourav Arora. Though emotional, as I got to know, his outwardly projection of smile and softness was anti-thesis of his well built physique. He was a gentle-giant.
His desire to improve himself was manifested in his sending his write-ups to me on issues of interest to him, seeking my feedback. He would not let go of it, if I did not respond. Whenever I came back from my tour, the moment he spotted me, he would remind me that he is waiting for the feedback on a particular article that he had sent.
When on Sunday afternoon, I received information about sudden demise of Sourav, I went through my journey of life of last two years that I have known Sourav – from my first interaction in Ludhiana to the graduation ceremony at IWSB that I photographed while he was awarded the degree.
I pay my humble respects to his departed soul and also pray to almighty to give all strength to his parents and family to withstand and overcome the grief of the loss. God bless.
- Sourav receiving the degree
- Daring to be sitting in front
- Saurabh at the batch farewell
- Saurabh at the batch farewell
- sitting with friends – outbound 2011
- helping as always – lifting the bench – outbound 2011
- Being at the back, yet supporting
- At times sticking his neck out to lead
- Ready to tango
I pray that each one us has strength to face the reality and have confidence in oneself.
“Whenever you’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” – William James
“Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option” – gabrielita
Lovingly,
sreeni
——————– Tribute by batchmate —————– Raj Kumar Gupta
Today, 7th May 2012, 9:00AM, while entering at IWSB gate, I came across a shocking news. One of our batch mate and a lovely friend Saurabh Arora is no more with us. I could not digest the news, but Rajeev told me that it is true. All those moments of last two years, when Saurabh was with us, were in my eyes, flowing with tears. I can easily recall first meeting with him, first argument , first hug , first drink and first TT match with him and all those memorable moments when he was happy N sad. I can recall that how he sweated during presentation, how much he was happy, when he got his first job and when he got increment in his salary and when he got Ludhiyana posting. He was very dedicated person. He accepted all mistakes and guilty. He wanted to be a fit person and he was. He was never a follower of ego, He always believed in us.
He was emotional too. Very often I found him very emotional for his parents, for his friend.
I can only say about Saurabh that he had strong physique and pure heart.
May god give strength to his members and his soul rest in Peace!!!!Farewell
We’ll miss you!!!
————————————————-By Arun Kumar Mourya, Batchmate
You were an amazing friend to me and lovable guy by all.
Though you are not physically with us but you will be alive in our prayers, hearts and mind. I truly believe wherever you are you will always spread happiness around you and create a pleasant atmosphere.
Though your journey with us was too short but it was the most pleasant experience for each one of us.
————————————————-By Syed Inamullarsh Qadri, batchmate
How can I so easily forget a person with whom I spent two precious years of my life….
Person whom I met first time and felt he is living in his own world, but actually a hesitant to interact with an unknown at first place. Strong, athletic and manly one wishes to be, but still gentle, sober and shy. Typical food lover of Parathas and Punjabi music, smart in casuals but strikingly elegant in formals, that was our beloved Sourav.
His always smiling face and portraying himself as a mature but actually curious to learn always will be remembered by me. His favourite line, to overshadow his own childish heart, was, “Grow Up” which he used to say lot of times to many people.
I remember his summer internship presentation when he sweated heavily, but the effort he had put to bring perfection in it was tremendous. His joy crossed all limits when he got placed. Always ready to help known or unknown persons.
He use to get involved with heart and soul in any task, evidently the repetition of song tracks in the hostel room he use to replay for hours and days. While I am writing this tribute in his memory, his photo with bull horns on his head with Vicky and Tarun revolves in front of my eyes.
On papers Sourav was my roommate in the first year. On the very first day when he entered GN Hostel room he seems in haste and left his luggage there and then left the room himself. In the evening he came back, his first full long sentence with me was’ “I am going to change my room and stay with my friend in ground floor”. Although I didn’t asked the reason for his decision but he excused himself with sentence that amused me, “yaar mein apni chhezun kaa dhaan nahi rakhta hun, Vicky rakhega.” I guess it was meant not to offend me. I felt that guy was emotionally attached to his friends. He never wanted to leave the one whom he loved. He always felt comfortable in company of his close friends.
Nothing to comment on his step he took but, yes he created a scar on the cheerful memories that we all had with IWSB for two precious years. He will be always remembered for his untimely death in our chats and write ups.
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Sourav you are not just a friend for me, you are like a brother, an adviser, my best buddy, a guide and the best well wisher for me. Couldn’t use was here, you may have left this beautiful place but you are and will be in my memories and heart ever and forever. May God bless your soul. RIP!!!
How can I so easily forget a person with whom I spent two precious years of my life….
Person whom I met first time and felt he is living in his own world, but actually a hesitant to interact with an unknown at first place. Strong, athletic and manly one wishes to be, but still gentle, sober and shy. Typical food lover of Parathas and Punjabi music, smart in casuals but strikingly elegant in formals, that was our beloved Sourav.
His always smiling face and portraying himself as a mature but actually curious to learn always will be remembered by me. His favourite line, to overshadow his own childish heart, was, “Grow Up” which he used to say lot of times to many people.
I remember his summer internship presentation when he sweated heavily, but the effort he had put to bring perfection in it was tremendous. His joy crossed all limits when he got placed. Always ready to help known or unknown persons.
He use to get involved with heart and soul in any task, evidently the repetition of song tracks in the hostel room he use to replay for hours and days. While I am writing this tribute in his memory, his photo with bull horns on his head with Vicky and Tarun revolves in front of my eyes.
On papers Sourav was my roommate in the first year. On the very first day when he entered GN Hostel room he seems in haste and left his luggage there and then left the room himself. In the evening he came back, his first full long sentence with me was’ “I am going to change my room and stay with my friend in ground floor”. Although I didn’t asked the reason for his decision but he excused himself with sentence that amused me, “yaar mein apni chhezun kaa dhaan nahi rakhta hun, Vicky rakhega.” I guess it was meant not to offend me. I felt that guy was emotionally attached to his friends. He never wanted to leave the one whom he loved. He always felt comfortable in company of his close friends.
Nothing to comment on his step he took but, yes he created a scar on the cheerful memories that we all had with IWSB for two precious years. He will be always remembered for his untimely death.