{"id":53638,"date":"2025-10-18T16:18:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-18T16:18:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/?p=53638"},"modified":"2025-10-18T16:18:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T16:18:41","slug":"governor-calls-for-a-prosperous-and-self-reliant-odisha-on-mahtabs-birth-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/2025\/10\/18\/governor-calls-for-a-prosperous-and-self-reliant-odisha-on-mahtabs-birth-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"Governor Calls for a Prosperous and Self-Reliant Odisha on Mahtab\u2019s Birth Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Bhubaneswar,18\/10\/2025( Odisha Samachar\/Rajat Mohapatra )-Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday urged the people of the State to uphold the ideals of Utkal Keshari Dr. Harekrushna Mahtab and work together to build a prosperous, vibrant, self-reliant, and united Odisha that truly reflects his vision.<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53639 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-1-300x161.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-1-300x161.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-1-310x165.jpeg 310w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-1.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Speaking at the 125th Birth Anniversary Celebration of Dr. Mahtab at Sarala Bhawan, Cuttack, the Governor said the great leader\u2019s life was not merely a story to remember, but a message to follow. \u201cEach chapter of his journey inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and vision,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Dr. Kambhampati noted that although Dr. Mahtab was born into privilege, he chose a life of sacrifice and public service. \u201cBy giving up his zamindari and joining the freedom struggle, he sent a powerful message that true leadership means placing collective welfare above personal comfort,\u201d the Governor said.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-53640 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-2-300x246.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"163\" height=\"134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-2-300x246.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-2.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 163px) 100vw, 163px\" \/>Describing Dr. Mahtab as a man of conviction and vision, the Governor said he fought colonial rule with faith and determination rather than force. \u201cFor a Vikashit Odisha, that same courage must guide our citizens, institutions, and youth to dream big and work for transformative change,\u201d he added.<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53641 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-3-300x134.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-3-300x134.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-3.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Highlighting Dr. Mahtab\u2019s visionary role in shaping modern Odisha, Dr. Kambhampati recalled his initiatives in establishing Bhubaneswar as the State\u2019s new capital, constructing the Hirakud Dam, and promoting industries and educational institutions. \u201cThese were not just acts of governance but milestones in building a self-reliant and empowered Odisha,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53642 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-4-300x152.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-4-300x152.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-4.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> The Governor also praised Dr. Mahtab\u2019s contributions as a writer, editor, and social reformer who awakened public consciousness through The Prajatantra and Jhankar. \u201cHe believed Odisha\u2019s soul resides in its language, culture, and heritage,\u201d Dr. Kambhampati said, emphasizing that integrity in public life and pride in cultural identity were central to Dr. Mahtab\u2019s vision of development.<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53644 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-5-300x135.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-5-300x135.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-5.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Commending Sarala Sahitya Sansad for organizing the event, the Governor urged everyone to carry forward Dr. Mahtab\u2019s legacy with courage, integrity, and foresight to shape a brighter future for Odisha.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53645 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-7-300x140.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-7-300x140.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-7.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, Prof. Kharabela Mohanty, and Sarala Sahitya Sansad President Pravakar Swain also spoke on the occasion. Former Chief Secretary and writer Sahadeva Sahoo delivered the welcome address, while Prof. Niranjan Tripathy, Secretary of Sarala Sahitya Sansad, proposed the vote of thanks.<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-53646 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-8-300x112.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-8-300x112.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eodishasamachar.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/G-8.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bhubaneswar,18\/10\/2025( Odisha Samachar\/Rajat Mohapatra )-Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday urged the people of the State to uphold the ideals of Utkal Keshari Dr. Harekrushna Mahtab and work together to build a prosperous, vibrant, self-reliant, and united Odisha that truly reflects his vision. 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