Bokaro: The Utkal Seva Samiti celebrated Utkal Divas at Geeta Bhawan of Jagannath Mandir on the foundation day of Odisha’s statehood.
A cultural program filled with music and dance was performed by the members of the Utkal Seva Samiti and their children. Also, a small group of local children, guided by dance teacher Mrs Aparna Sen, performed Odishi and Sambaluri dance.
Dr U Mohanty, Dr RN Pradhan, Haldhar Behera, PC Kar, Prabodh Mohanty, and Lambodar Upadhyaya inaugurated the event. The gathering was addressed by Dr U Mohanty and PC Kar, who recounted the achievements and heritage of Odisha.
Ramakrishna Behera, Lambodar Upadhya, and Priyadarshini Parida mesmerised the audience with some popular Oriya bhajans and film songs. Suchismita Panda conducted the program.
The Odia speaking population in and around Bokaro displayed excitement and enthusiasm. Bokaro Jagannath Mandir, managed by Utkal Seva Samiti, has grown into a very popular tourist spot and various cultural and religious events celebrated here contribute to Bokaro’s vibrant city life.
