The seven colours of love .

Bhubaneswar: 10/10/2023:

(Sanjay Bhatt)

Once upon a time, in the village of Dingeswar, nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Jagatsingpur district, a young boy named Bibhuti Pattnayak was born on 25th October , 1937. His father, a revered school teacher and a valiant freedom fighter, instilled in him the values of knowledge and freedom. Little did they know that this boy would grow up to be one of the greatest Odia fiction writers of all time.

From a young age, Bibhuti displayed an insatiable hunger for words and stories. He devoured books, filling his mind with tales of far-off lands and epic adventures. As he grew older, his passion for the Odia language and literature only deepened. His journey as a professor of Odia language and literature began, and he dedicated his life to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for storytelling.

In a time when love was a mysterious enigma, particularly on college campuses where it seemed forbidden, Bibhuti Pattnayak became the guiding light for an entire generation. He not only taught them how to fall in love deeply but also how to express that love through the art of secret love letters. His stories were a reflection of the hidden desires and emotions of the youth who yearned for love but often found it just out of reach.

Bibhuti Pattnayak's writing was a revelation. It was a source of solace and inspiration for countless Odia youth who felt lost in a world that seemed devoid of love. Through his immaculately crafted storylines, he unveiled the secret joy of storytelling and transported his readers to a world where love was both a tangible experience and a cherished dream.

For four decades, Bibhuti Pattnayak reigned as the undisputed king of popular literature in Odisha. His novels, with titles like "Naikara Nama Srabani," "Badhu Nirupama," "Premika," and "Chapalachanda," flew off the shelves and became bestsellers. With each word he penned, he ignited the hearts and minds of his readers, leaving an indelible mark on the literary landscape of Odisha.

In the pages of his books, in the ink of his secret love letters, and in the depths of his characters' emotions, Bibhuti Pattnayak left a legacy of love and storytelling that continues to enchant and inspire generations of readers. He remains a beacon of hope and a symbol of the enduring power of literature to capture the essence of life and love in all its complexities.