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Siliguri Boys’ High School, established in 1898/99 as a Middle English School, holds the distinction of being one of the earliest and most prestigious educational institutions in Siliguri, situated in the sub-Himalayan region of West Bengal.
The school’s history traces back to its inception as a Middle English School, which later evolved into a High English School on January 2, 1918, with an initial enrollment of six students in standard VIII. Although its functional roots date back 20 years prior, 1918 is officially recognized as the establishment year of Siliguri Boys’ High School. Following India’s independence, the school underwent a transformation into a Multipurpose High School in 1957, pioneering the inclusion of all three academic streams—Science, Commerce, and Humanities. Notably, this marked a significant milestone as the first multipurpose school in the region. Subsequently, the medium of instruction transitioned from English to Bengali.
Rai Saheb Surendranath Bhattacharya, the inaugural secretary of the school, played a pivotal role in its development. Serving as the secretary from 1904 to 1917, he spearheaded efforts to elevate the school to High School status in 1918. His dedication persisted, holding the position of secretary until August 1936 and later as Vice-President until 1940. Surendranath Bhattacharya, who arrived in Siliguri from Burdwan in 1903, recognized the imperative for a quality educational institution in the region and took proactive measures to enhance the school. Noteworthy is his relationship as the son-in-law of Kaliprasanna Bhattacharya.
Successive officeholders, including Kali Kinkar Singha, Birendranath Sarkar, and Swadesh Ranjan Sarkar, continued the legacy as the school’s secretaries.
