Participated in the 42nd annual function of Nilakantha Nagar Saraswati Sishu Vidya Mandir located in Berhampur.

Having worked at Saraswati Sishu Mandir as an Acharya for a few days in my early life, attending this program was like a 'home coming' experience for me.
This children's temple, which was built by the tireless efforts of Hon'ble Shivaram Mohapatra, the former provincial organiser of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, has created a unique identity in the state for providing its better learning environment and quality education by taking Indian culture and traditions as a foundation. The important responsibility that the school has been carrying out for the last 35 years of molding the students into a better human being, will play a major role in realizing our "Developed Odisha" pledge.

Our government is taking many visionary steps like "Godavarish Mishra Adarsha Primary School Plan" and "Shishu Batika" for the overall development of children in the state. On this occasion I request parents not to put their children in the competition of becoming doctors or engineers, give them opportunity to fly according to their choice and talent. Today's student society should use mobile and social media responsibly and always respect their land, language and culture. Only through education, reform and dedication we can build a prosperous Odisha and developed India.