"Chandra Kumar Mohanty Was a Steadfast Poet", says chief guest

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Balasore, 6/7 (Krushna Kumar Mohanty): A remembrance can transform a person into a legacy. The memorial tributes paid to poet Chandra Kumar Mohanty not only defined his personality but also helped his poetic essence blossom anew.

The Chandra Kumar Mohanty Smruti Utsav was held at the local Station Club, where eminent poet Bipin Nayak, attending as the chief guest, remarked that Chandra Kumar Mohanty was a steadfast poetic figure.

In the meeting presided over by Subash Chandra Patra, renowned poet K. Shyambabu Dora, attending as the keynote speaker, stated that the poetic landscape of Chandra Kumar Mohanty echoed a rustic sensibility, which also reflected in his personality.

The event began with a welcome address and an introduction to the memorial festival by the organiser and son of the poet, Utpal Mohanty. Poet Srideb introduced the guests, while poets Prashant Das and Gangadhar Biswal delivered insightful speeches on the poetry of Chandra Kumar Mohanty.

On this occasion, young poet Subhashree Subhasmita Mishra was awarded the Chandra Kumar Mohanty Poetry Award for the year 2025. A citation of honour was read by Krushna Kumar Mohanty.

Poet Sunil Mishra presented mementoes to the awardee and other dignitaries. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by poet Ranjan Bag.