“Society is not static and it is subject to constant change. The Indian society has witnessed maximum changes compared to all others in the world. However, during the process of evolution, we should not forget our roots,” said Maharani of Keonjhar royal family Sunandi Bhanjdeo.
She was delivering her speech as guest of honour at a conclave “Parivartan' - Pragatipathe – Keonjhar” organised by a TV channel at Keonjhar.
She however said that in the name of modern culture, children should not forget to respect their parents. The queen who hails from a royal family of Himachal Pradesh has toured extensively throughout the Keonjhar district during the last 6 years after her marriage in the royal family of Keonjhar.
She further said that Keonjhar has vast potential for the tourism sector. Considering its strategic location, both domestic and foreign tourists from Kolkata, Raipur, Ranchi and Bhubaneswar can be attracted to enjoy the vast natural scenery of Keonjhar and boost tourism business of the district, she opined.
TV channel chief editor Dr Badrinath Patnaik inaugurated the programme which was attended by Keonjhargarh Municipality Executive Officer Madhusmita Samantaray and social worker Harshita Das as guests of honour.