On the birth anniversary of literary genius Prof Manoj Das, the Utkal University paid tribute to his memories in a function on Monday.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Sabita Acharya fondly remembered her brief meeting with Das at Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry and encouraged the university community to make the Manoj Das Reading Room more vibrant with literary and creative activities.
An exhibition of the entire collection of literary creation of Manoj Das was held in the reading room.
University Registrar Dr Avaya Kumar Nayak wanted to facilitate the future endeavours of the Manoj Das Reading Room both in terms of infrastructure and facilities.
Prof Bhaswati Patnaik, in-charge, Parija Library, rendered the welcome address. Chief Librarian Dr Ashapurna Priyadarshini Nayak offered the vote of thanks.