Sadananda Lenka, a senior teacher of SSVM Paradip and well known English teacher in the locality died prematurely on July 16. On the occasion of 11th day of death , a memorial meeting was held by Purva Chatra Parishad (Ex Students Union) on Monday morning in the school premises.
Dr Debadutta Samantray, secretary of School Executive Commitee, Principal, teachers and former students joined and expressed their tributes for the departed soul.
Colleague Bhimsen Nath Sharma expressed his deep sorrow and grief over Lenka's demise. Pradhan Acharya Manoj Ranjan Sethy, Vice Principal Sushree Mamata Kar and PET Teacher Pradipta Nayak, Music teacher Sanjit Jena, former Students Union secretary Bajarang Swain spoke.
Some former students like Sairaj Pinaki Rout, Suvendu Shekhar Sasmal, Janmenjay Panda and Kamal Lochan Parida shared their memories with Guruji and his teachings and guidance.
Secretary Bajrang Swain declared to give a financial assistance to the bereaved family on behalf of Purva Chatra Parishad. The meeting was co-ordinated by Dibya Darsi Parida, Sahil Kumar Lenka, Samresh, Abinas and many former students.