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One and a half months on, sculptures created for Hockey WC 2023 yet to be installed

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3 weeks ago

March 11, 2023

In a bid to beautify Bhubaneswar for the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023, the city administration had readied as many as 35 sculptures to be installed at various strategic locations and junctions of the Capital City. However, some of the sculptures are yet to be installed even though the mega event concluded one and a half months back.

The sculptures were made of stone, scrap and other materials and those were meant to showcase the art and culture of Odisha during the marquee event that was organised from January 13-29.

The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) had joined hands with Lalit Kala Akademi to carve those wonderful sculptures. As many as 40 sculptors including 15 from Odisha and 25 from other States and abroad had worked for months to construct those sculptures.

But these beautiful masterpieces, constructed with an expenditure of crores of rupees are now lying neglected on the premises of the State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts with no specific plan. Being exposed to sun, rain and winter for months, some of those masterpieces have lost their sheen and elegance as well.

Before the start of the Hockey World Cup, BMC Mayor Sulochana Das had informed that sculptures prepared by some State and international sculptors will be installed at various locations in Bhubaneswar soon.

“Some of those sculptures have been installed and others will be installed in a day or two,” Das had said before the start of the Hockey World Cup.

Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) Vice-Chairman, Balwant Singh had also informed that the sculptures will be placed at locations where the work of the artists could be taken care of and respected.

“Most of the sculptures have been installed and other sculptures will be installed in maximum three days,” Singh had said before the mega event.

Despite the announcement, some of the sculptures are yet to be installed even after the completion of the mega event. The development has put a question mark over the intention of the government authorities.

Meanwhile, Lalit Kala Akademi Secretary Panchanan Samal informed that the sculptures will be installed in some parks soon.

“Places have been identified in some parks and the sculptures will be installed there soon,” said Samal.

However, as per some of the residents of Bhubaneswar, many people and tourists will not be able to witness the sculptures if installed in parks.

“Many people don’t have time to visit parks. Had the sculptures been installed on the roadside, all kinds of people could have got the opportunity to see and admire those masterpieces. It could have enhanced the beautification initiative of the city as well,” said a resident of Bhubaneswar.

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OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment: Rank holder shares success story

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3 hours ago

April 1, 2023

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They say determination with an optimistic attitude is the key to success. The saying matches well with Dr Ashish Anshuman Panda, who bagged second position in the Medical Officer (Assistant Surgeon) recruitment examination conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC); the result of which was declared recently.

Ashish, a graduate from MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur, qualified the examination in flying colours and aspires to pursue Post Graduation (PG) in paediatrics.

Posted at Simulia PHC, Ashish dedicated his success to his parents and family members.

“I graduated from MKCG Medical College and Hospital in 2021. I started my internship in May 2021 which ended in May 2022. I appeared for the OPSC Assistant Surgeon examination on Feb 20, 2023 and the results were declared on March 29. I secured second position in the examination. I dedicate this success to my parents, family members and well-wishers for their constant support,” a delighted Ashish said.

“When we join MBBS course, we take the Hippocratic Oath to provide health care to all even to a downtrodden patient. I am posted at Simulia PHC for last 10 months. I will do my PG in paediatrics and serve the people,” he added.

Elated over Ashish’s success, his mother said, “My son is very studious since childhood. I am very happy for his success. I want him to serve people and establish himself as a good doctor in the state.”

Similarly, the joy of Ashish’s father knew no bounds. “I cannot express my feelings in words. I want my son to become a good doctor and treat patients free of cost,” he said.

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Morning classes in Odisha schools from April 11

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5 hours ago

April 1, 2023

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In view of the summer ahead, all the government and private schools across Odisha have been directed to start morning classes from April 11.

According to a notification issued by Odisha Information and Public Relations (I&PR) department, the morning classes will start at 7 am and will continue till 11.30 am.

The school authorities have been directed to ensure potable water and other necessary facilities for the students as a precaution for heat wave.

Meanwhile, the new academic session will begin from April 3, 2023.

The admission for the new academic session will be held between from April 3 and 8 in all schools.

“The academic session is starting on April 3 this year. Admissions of students will take place from April 3-8. Proper arrangement has been made to provide textbooks to students immediately following their admission,” said School and Mass Education minister, Samir Ranjan Dash.

Earlier in the day, the Odisha government sent Odia textbooks of class I to VIII to Odia students residing in eight states- Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh.

(Reported by Jagdish Das, OTV)

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Odisha govt sends textbooks for Odia students in 8 states

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7 hours ago

April 1, 2023

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The Odisha government on Saturday sent Odia textbooks from class I to VIII to Odia students residing in eight states. Those states are Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh.

School and Mass Education Minister Samir Ranjan Dash started the initiative by flagging off the vehicles carrying the Odia textbooks to other states. For the first time, a diary and two calendars will be provided along with the textbooks to the Odia students from outside the State.

Earlier, Odia textbooks have already been sent to various parts of the State. The new academic year will start on April 3, the minister informed.

“The process to send Odia textbooks for the Odia students studying outside the State started today on the occasion of Utkal Dibasa. The academic session is starting on April 3 this year. Admissions of students will take place from April 3-8. Proper arrangement has been made to provide textbooks to students immediately following their admission,” said Minister Dash.

“The textbooks have already reached every school points and block points within the State. It will be provided to the students within the targeted period,” he added.

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