The Odia Asmita Utsav 2025,
Odia Asmita Utsav organized by the Bahrain Odia Samaj, showcased the rich cultural heritage of Odisha in Bahrain. The event aimed to promote Odia identity and culture globally. The Founder Bahrain Odia Samaj Dr Arun Kumar Praharaj expressed his warm welcome and gratitude to the amazing audience
Key highlights include
•Chief Guest and Guests: Indian Ambassador Vinod K. Jacob praised the Bahrain Odia Samaj’s role in promoting Indian cultural flow abroad. Ahmed Alhaiqi, Secretary of Labor and Social Development in Bahrain, appreciated the cultural exchange between the two countries. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik and Guru Saswat Joshi were honored with the Odia Asmita Samman and Odia Asmita Nritya Kala Samman, respectively.
• Cultural Programs: The event featured various cultural performances, traditional Odia cuisine, and attire showcases by members of the Bahrain Odia Samaj. The vibrant Lasyakala team had presented a beautiful odissi , Sambalpuri , And Ranapa dance . Also the show case if GI tag product theme based ethnic walk show captivated the large audience
• The organization’s mouthpiece, “Bahrain Utkalika,” was unveiled by the guests.
• Objective: The event aimed to promote Odia culture and identity worldwide, fostering a sense of pride and awareness among the Odia diaspora.
• Appreciation: The event expressed sincere gratitude to the Prime Minister of India and the Chief Minister of Odisha for their support. Although specific details about the ambassadors from different countries joining the festival aren’t available, the event highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and cooperation.
Mr Arbind Padhee ( IAS) principal secretary ( Agriculture) Govt of Odisha has expressed his Warm thanks to Bahrain Odia Samaj
The Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, has emphasized the importance of Odia Asmita and promised to make it popularise in Global platforms
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