Jeypore, 29th Sept 2025: An essay competition on the theme of “Challenges faced by senior citizens in the modern era and strengthening intergenerational bonds” was organized at Government High School, Lamataput by the Lamataput Block Administration.
Students from various nearby schools participated in the event. Among them:
- Shrutilekha Das, a Class 12 student from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Higher Secondary School, secured first place.
- Ishwari R. Badanayak, a Class 10 student from S.S.D.G.H.S. (B) School, Lamataput, secured second place.
- Pujarani Swain, a Class 9 student from Government High School, Lamataput, secured third place.
- The chief guest of the event was Purnachandra Pangi, Member of the District Council (Zilla Parishad) of Lamataput. He encouraged the students present, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the safety and dignity of senior cit