December 20th 2024.
Banapur was abuzz with excitement on Thursday as a national seminar on the "History and Cultural Heritage in & Around Chilika" was held at Godavarish Mahavidyalaya. The event, organized by the Department of History and the Historical Society of the college, in collaboration with Utkal University's P.G. Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology, aimed to delve into the rich historical, cultural, and environmental significance of the Chilika region.
The main purpose of the seminar was to encourage interdisciplinary research, promote heritage conservation and sustainable tourism, and highlight the importance of preserving Chilika's unique legacy. Dr. Binayak Hota, the Principal of Godavarish Mahavidyalaya, was the esteemed presiding officer of the event, while Dr. Rashmita Maharana, the Head of the History Department, did an exceptional job moderating the sessions.
The Chief Guest of the seminar was none other than K.P. Padhi, a retired Deputy Superintending Archaeologist of the Archaeological Survey of India. He delivered a captivating speech on cultural heritage preservation and relevant laws. Dr. Binod Bihari Satpathy, Assistant Professor of History at Bharathidasan Government College for Women, Puducherry, was the seminar's chief speaker. He shed light on Chilika's vital role in ancient India's maritime trade, emphasizing its significance as a central trade hub.
The seminar was graced with the presence of Dr. Ramakanta Bhuyan, an Assistant Professor at Berhampur University, who shared valuable insights into Chilika's historical and socio-cultural role in the region. The distinguished guests also released a proceedings booklet, which documented the key discussions during the event.
A special message from Prof. Sabita Acharya, the Vice Chancellor of Utkal University, was read out by Dr. Kaibalya Charana Pati, a Lecturer in History at K.B. DAV College, Nirakarapur. Dr. Anam Behera, the Coordinator of the P.G. Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology at Utkal University, also played a crucial role in the seminar. He delivered a lecture on the newly discovered archaeological vestiges around Chilika.
The seminar was a platform for historians, archaeologists, and local experts to come together and exchange ideas on the best practices for preserving the cultural legacy of the Chilika region. The event received immense support from the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Godavarish Mahavidyalaya, and several faculty members worked tirelessly to ensure its smooth conduct.
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