Nabarangpur The annual festival was celebrated at Batibeda Ashram School in Umarkote Block. The event was graced by chief guest Shri Love Dutta, the representative of Honorable MLA of Jharigaon, Shri Narsingh Bhatara. Other notable attendees included District Welfare Officer Shri Palaka Rabindra, School President Shri Pramosish Nag (Head Teacher of Batibeda), and Key Speaker Shri Palaka Rabindra (District Welfare Officer, Nabarangpur).
Distinguished Guests at the Event
The event was also attended by:
Shri Bidhu Bhushan Behera (Welfare Extension Officer, Umarkote)
Shri Ajit Chandra Biswas
Shri Tumanath Nayak (Retired Head Teacher)
Shri Kumar Pujari (President)
Shri Yudhishthir Pandey
Shri Sunil Kumar Padhi (Head Teacher, Kesharibeda)
Shri Bishwajit Maharana (Head Teacher, Jambaguda)
Shri Anil Suna (Rug Umarkote)
Shri Durusaya Nayak (Social Worker)
Shri Shiv Charan Panika
Smt. Joli Mahapatra (Headmistress, Sunabeda)
Smt. Saraswati Behera (Headmistress, Kharki)
Smt. Mamita Swain (Headmistress, Dhoodra)
Smt. Jayanti Pandey
Ceremonial Welcome and Activities
The students welcomed the guests with slogans and flowers, creating an enthusiastic atmosphere. The event began with the garlanding of Lord Jagannath’s photo and lighting of the ceremonial lamp.
Speeches and Inspirational Messages
During the program, the chief guest and other dignitaries delivered inspiring speeches, emphasizing the importance of education in shaping students’ futures. They shared valuable insights and examples to encourage students.
Felicitation and Recognition
Retired Head Teachers Shri Tumanath Nayak and Shri Mohendra Prasad Mali were honored with certificates, flower bouquets, and gifts.
Shri Ashish Kumar Nayak was recognized as the Best Assistant Teacher.
Shri Doiman Gand was awarded as the Best Baya (Senior Teacher).
The event was a grand success, with students, teachers, and guests participating enthusiastically in the celebrations.