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Hans India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Guv Kambhampati suggests Odisha-Da Nang partnership during Vietnam visit
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, who led a delegation to Vietnam to bring sacred relics of Lord Buddha back to India, proposed exploring province-level ties between Odisha and Da Nang city in Vietnam, as per an official statement released on Tuesday. The proposal was made during his meeting with H.E. Le Trung Chinh, Chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee. The Governor said Odisha is a state with a rich history, strong cultural traditions, and fast economic growth. 'We also have many important Buddhist sites. If Da Nang is interested, we can explore building ties between our two regions,' he added. Kambhampati praised Da Nang as a beautiful and historic city, making huge progress. 'Da Nang has a vision to become a major port, a centre for high technology, finance, and tourism,' the Governor said. He added that Da Nang's location as a vibrant coastal city in central Vietnam makes it important for economic and trade cooperation between India and Vietnam. The Governor thanked the Vietnamese government and the people of Da Nang for their warm hospitality and the excellent arrangements made for the sacred relics of Lord Buddha, which received an overwhelming response from the local population. 'These relics are accorded the highest protocol by the Government of India, and I have personally travelled to accompany them back,' he said. Governor Kambhampati said that Buddhism has been a strong link between India and Vietnam for nearly 1,800 years. He said India values its Buddhist heritage and is working hard to protect and promote Buddhist sites. He also spoke about the growing partnership between India and Vietnam. He mentioned the visit of the Vietnamese Prime Minister to India last year and a meeting between the Indian Prime Minister and Vietnam's President and Party General Secretary To Lam in New York in 2024, which helped strengthen ties. The Governor said cooperation between the two countries is expanding in areas like trade, defence, tourism, health, digital economy, education, and sustainable development. He praised Da Nang's support in working with the Indian Embassy to promote yoga, cultural exchange, and academic ties. He also noted that more direct flights between the two countries have helped improve people-to-people contact. Kambhampati also shared his experience of visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site at My Son in central Vietnam. He appreciated the work of the Indian archaeological team restoring ancient temples and said the project is a strong symbol of the close historical and cultural connection between India and Vietnam.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
25th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle to be commemorated as special Tiranga Rally
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): A landmark 25th edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative, termed Tiranga Rally, is set for Sunday, across the nation. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya will lead this special edition in the national capital, scheduled at the Major Dhyanchand National Stadium. With World Bicycle Day scheduled for Sunday's event will not only reinforce the message of cycling's big role in fitness but also serve as a collective tribute to India's armed forces. A footfall of over 1,200 cyclists in the national capital is expected and simultaneously, over 2,000 locations across the nation will lend hand in organising events this Sunday, according to a press release from SAI Media. As part of the event, the Governor of Odisha, Hari Babu Kambhampati, will flag off the Bhubaneswar edition of the Tiranga Rally, further signifying the pan-India importance of the initiative. Joining the Delhi leg of the rally alongside Mansukh Mandaviya will be prominent personalities from sports and entertainment, including Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt, international wrestler Sarita Mor, Bollywood actor Sharvari, and former cricketer and selector Saba Karim. A host of activities, which include some significant project launches, are planned in the presence of Mandaviya. The Tiranga Rally will mark a high point in the Fit India movement's efforts to make fitness accessible, inclusive, and patriotic. With roads across the nation turning into open-air cycling tracks and families, students, influencers, and senior citizens joining in, the initiative is building a culture of health that spreads over various demographics and scenic locations in the country. Since its inception in December 2024, the Sundays on Cycle initiative has witnessed phenomenal reach--having touched over 5,500 locations and seeing participation from more than 3 lakh citizens. The movement has also garnered over 3.44 billion digital impressions, with support pouring in from icons like Sania Mirza, Milind Soman, Emraan Hashmi, John Abraham, Imtiaz Ali, Shankar Mahadevan, and the legendary Dara Singh, among others. Several Sports Authority of India (SAI) centres as well as Khelo India Centres (KICs) feature community-focused fitness activities such as zumba, rope-skipping, guided yoga sessions, and free health check-ups by experts from the National Centre of Sports Sciences and Research (NCSSR) during the Sundays on Cycle events. (ANI)
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
Kalinga maritime legacy offers solutions for modern challenges: Guv
Bhubaneswar: "The past is not just history, it also provides inspiration to tackle modern global challenges," governor Hari Babu Kambhampati said while attending the valedictory ceremony of a two-day international conference on 'Kalinga and Southeast Asia - Civilizational Connections', organised here on Sunday. The governor said the ancient maritime traditions of Kalinga offer important lessons in facing the environmental and developmental challenges of Southeast Asia. The history of Kalinga's maritime trade, research and cultural exchange with countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam is not only a matter of pride, but also serves as a guide for modern regional cooperation, he added. "The influence of Kalinga's temple architecture can be seen in temples like Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Borobudur in Indonesia. The spread of epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata and festivals like Indonesia's Nyepi and Cambodia's Pchum Ben reflect deep cultural bonds," Kambhampati said. He further mentioned that Kalinga maintained strong maritime and cultural ties with Southeast Asia for over 2,000 years. The people of Kalinga travelled globally to establish these connections, whose influence can still be seen today in architecture, inscriptions, traditions, and place names. Kalinga's maritime network played a significant role in spreading Indian culture and religion, the governor said.
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Hans India
Past not only about history, but gives ideas to deal with today's world: Odisha Guv
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday suggested that Odisha can strengthen its historical ties with Southeast Asian countries by enhancing port infrastructure, adopting green shipping, and promoting digital and cultural connectivity. During his address at the valedictory ceremony of the 3rd International Conference on Indian Cultural Heritage (ICICH) held in Bhubaneswar, Kambhamapati suggested that modern nations can learn new ideas from their glorious heritage. 'The past is not just about history, but gives us useful ideas for dealing with today's world,' said Kambhampati. The Governor also emphasised the enduring relevance of Odisha's maritime heritage in promoting connectivity, cultural exchange, and sustainable development. Speaking on the theme 'Kalinga and Southeast Asia: The Civilisation Connect,' Kambhampati stated that the legacy of ancient Kalinga's maritime endeavours offers important lessons for Southeast Asia in addressing environmental and developmental challenges. 'Odisha's rich history of maritime trade, exploration, and cultural exchange with countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam is not just a matter of pride but a guide for contemporary regional cooperation,' he remarked. He praised the collaborative efforts of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, Utkal University, and the Institute of Media Studies for organising the conference, calling it a meaningful step in reconnecting with Odisha's glorious past. The Governor noted that Kalinga, now Odisha, had strong maritime and cultural ties with Southeast Asia for over two thousand years. 'People from this region travelled widely, establishing links whose influence can still be seen today in architecture, inscriptions, customs, and place names,' he said. He emphasised that Kalinga's maritime network played a major role in the spread of Indian culture and religion. 'Temples like Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Borobudur in Indonesia show influences of Kalinga's temple architecture. The spread of the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Sanskrit, and the celebration of festivals like Nyepi in Indonesia and Pchum Ben in Cambodia, reflect deep-rooted cultural bonds,' he said. These exchanges, he added, were based on mutual respect and enriched local traditions. He also stressed the need for joint research and heritage education to instil pride in future generations. Among others who addressed the occasion were Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, former Foreign Secretary of India Lalit Mansingh, Principal Secretary of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department Sanjeeb Kumar Mishra, and Chairman of the One Asia Foundation, Patita Paban Mishra. The vote of thanks was delivered by Professor Upendra Padhi, Chairman of the 3rd ICICH.
New Indian Express
22-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
BJD stages stir in Bhubaneswar, demands 27 per cent reservation for SEBCs
BHUBANESWAR : The BJD on Wednesday staged a demonstration in front of the Raj Bhavan demanding reservation for SEBCs in technical institutions and medical colleges. The party also demanded 27 per cent reservation for SEBCs in all educational institutions. Besides, the reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in medical, engineering and technical institutions should be increased to 38.75 per cent from the present 20 per cent, the party leaders said. A delegation of BJD leaders submitted a memorandum to Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati stating the Centre and several other states have already implemented 27 per cent reservation for the SEBCs across educational institutions including medical and technical colleges. They urged the Governor to intervene in the matter to ensure that the Odisha government upholds the principles of social justice and equity. There should also be revision in the reservation for SCs and STs in medical and technical institutions to align with their actual demographic representation, they added. Meanwhile, senior BJD leader Ranendra Pratap Swain has questioned the state government about the fate of the Bill passed in the Odisha Assembly in 2008 for 27 per cent reservation in jobs for the OBCs. The state government had at that time referred the Bill to be included in the ninth schedule of the Constitution. The present government should now pursue the matter with the Centre to ensure 27 per cent reservation for SEBCs, he said.
