Culture / Dharmendra Pradhan Hails Kuchinda’s Cultural Legacy at Nuakhai Bhetghat

Sambalpur, Oct 8: Sambalpur MP and former Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday praised the efforts of the Kuchinda Kala Parishad in preserving Odisha's rich cultural, literary and linguistic heritage, while addressing a Nuakhai Bhetghat programme organised by the institution in Kuchinda of Sambalpur district.

Describing Nuakhai as more than a harvest festival, Pradhan said the celebration provides an opportunity for people to reconnect with their roots, strengthen social bonds and reaffirm their shared cultural identity.

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Commending the organisers, the Sambalpur MP said the Kala Parishad has played a significant role in safeguarding the region's artistic and literary traditions. "The efforts to preserve art, literature and culture deserve appreciation and encouragement," he said.

Highlighting Kuchinda's historical and cultural significance, Pradhan noted that the Kuchinda Kala Parishad was established in 1955 and has completed nearly seven decades of service. He said the institution is not merely a building but a symbol of the region's contribution to art, language, literature and culture.
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The MP underlined the immense contribution of western Odisha to the growth of Odia language and literature. He recalled the role played by Bamanda ruler Basudev Sudhal Dev, celebrated poet Gangadhar Meher, and spiritual leader Chandrasekhar Meher, whose contributions enriched Odisha's cultural landscape.

Pradhan further said Kuchinda has consistently made notable contributions to significant social and historical movements, including the movement for the formation of Odisha, the country's freedom struggle, and various social reform initiatives.

Calling Nuakhai Bhetghat a platform for social harmony, he said the festival brings together families, friends and communities, fostering a spirit of unity, mutual respect and brotherhood. Such occasions, he added, help preserve traditional values while strengthening social cohesion in contemporary society.

The programme witnessed participation from cultural enthusiasts, local residents and members of the Kala Parishad, who came together to celebrate the spirit of Nuakhai and the region's vibrant cultural heritage.