Down the Memory Lane

Time has preserved the luminous memories.

Kalinga War: A reference of Oriya tolerance

The battle of Kalinga fought in 261BC at Dhauli hill near river Daya, is fresh in our memory due to its far-reaching impacts.

Konark: Mark of Oriya creativity

The renowned poet, Rabindranath Tagore said, “Here (Konark) the language of stone surpasses the language of man.” The century old Sun Temple is burning example of Oriya creativity. The sagacity of Konark is incomplete without praising this great architect.

Oriya Sadhavas: The days of sea traders

The story of Sadhavas is the story of maritime trade and tradition. Sea Traders, literally known as Sadhavas, went to distant lands like Bali, Sumatra, Indonesia etc with their ships. They used to navigate the sea observing heavenly bodies on the sky. They played an important role in the development of Orissa. The Sadhavas culture is critical reminder of our shrinking maritime trade in modern Orissa.

India’s First War of Independence: Rise nationalism in Orissa

The Oriya freedom fighters played remarkable role in the India’s First war of Independence. For them, history will always remain fresh.

Great Sons of Soil

When the state was in deep identity crisis due to language uprising, they gave the call, ‘Orissa for Oriyas’. It was their continual hard work, relentless efforts and resounding actions that gave us a separate state. They are the founders, great sons of the soil, whose footmarks will continue to motivate the generations to come.

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