Bhubaneswar,( KCN):
October 15: World Students’ Day was celebrated by Samara Kranti Sena, a revolutionary social organisation, at Red Cross Bhawan, Unit-9, Bhubaneswar, on October 15, commemorating the birth anniversary of former President of India and eminent scientist Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Dr. Bhagaban Prakash, former Chief Adviser to the Election Commission of India, Government of India, inaugurated the programme. The event was attended by distinguished personalities from the fields of journalism, education, science and social service.
The Founder-Chairman of Sambad Group attended as the Chief Guest, while Dr. Shipra Mallik delivered the keynote address. Dr. Pabitra Mohan Samantaray, National President of Rashtriya Patrakar Mahasangha (RPM), attended as a Special Guest. Other distinguished guests included Shri Sudhanshu Sekhar Mahapatra, Director of the organisation, and Shri Subhasish Mishra, Founder-Editor of the Odia newspaper Pratikar.
The programme was conducted under the chairmanship of eminent physicist and academic Dr. Sushanta Das. The speakers highlighted the vital role of students in nation-building and stressed the importance of education, discipline, scientific thinking, leadership and social responsibility in shaping the future of the country.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. Widely known as the “Missile Man of India,” he was an eminent aerospace scientist and served as the 11th President of India. His dedication to education, youth empowerment and the development of scientific temper continues to inspire generations of students.
October 15 is widely observed as World Students’ Day in honour of Dr. Kalam’s birth anniversary and his enduring commitment to students and education. The observance is commemorative rather than an officially designated United Nations international day.
On the occasion, individuals from different parts of Odisha, including school principals, teachers, educationists, social workers, students and community organisers, were felicitated with the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Gaurav Smruti Samman in recognition of their contributions to education, society and youth development.
Among those present were Shri Manoj Seth, Editor of Samaj Aaina; Dr. Soumitra Kar, a member of the organisation; Dr. Pramod Kishore Parida, Secretary; Shri Shankar Behera; Shri Sarat Chandra Jena, President of the organisation; Shri Mukesh Singh; Shri Harekrushna Baral; Shri Ajit Sahu; Shri Vidyadhar Mahapatra; Shri Janaki Ballav Dhal; Shri Rakesh Hota; Shri Hemanta Swain; and Shri Basudev Parida, along with other members and dignitaries.
The celebration concluded with a renewed call to inspire students to follow Dr. Kalam’s ideals, pursue knowledge, develop a spirit of innovation and contribute meaningfully to nation-building.
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