It is the only university in Odisha till now dedicated to women’s education. It carries the vision of Maa Rama Devi for the education and empowerment of women in the State, said Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurating four new buildings of the Rama Devi Women’s University here on Monday.
“Therefore, its responsibility is also unique. How you go ahead with your opportunities and how you face the challenges that come in your way will define the future of this university,” said Patnaik. The four buildings include a new library hall named after the renowned poetess Kuntala Kumari Sabat, a new Arts block and a Science block and a new hostel for the research scholars.
Besides, the Chief Minister sanctioned a project worth Rs 18 crore for the institution which would be spent in renovation of the old academic building, hostel building and open air stage.
Higher Education Minister Arun Sahoo said that without women’s education development of the State and the country is not possible. University Vice-Chancellor Aparajita Chaudhury presided over the function and Registrar Shyamali Mohapatra delivered the welcome address and Navnit Kaur offered a vote of thanks.