Bhubaneswar, Feb 23: In a moment of celebration at the 28th National Kalinga Theatre Festival, organized at the Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar, Pramod, a renowned senior journalist and young theatre artist from Kandhamal, was felicitated for his outstanding contributions to the field. The festival, which is one of the oldest and most prestigious theatre events in Odisha, is being held under the auspices of "Shatabdi Kalaakar," a premier theatre organization.

Pramod was honored by Golak Mahapatra, the Vice-President of the Odisha BJP, who presented him with a bouquet of flowers and a certificate of appreciation. His recognition is a tribute to his significant contributions to the world of journalism, theatre, folk art research, and cultural organizations.

Pramod is well-known for his work as a journalist, stage actor, theatre artist, and a prominent figure in the folk arts community. He has earned admiration not only within Odisha but also outside, for his performances and direction at various stages. His efforts have brought pride to Odisha, especially in the domain of theatre and folk arts, including his direction for the 'Baliguda Mati' play.

During the event, key figures from the cultural and theatre scene, including Dhir Mallik, Lal Beren Ray, and Kalakar Director Sangram Keshari Maharana, extended their best wishes for Pramod’s future endeavors and expressed their hope for his continued success in the cultural domain.