The Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), Odisha chapter’s two-day event “Kshitij” Eastern Region Conference (ERC) was inaugurated by Principal Secretary, Industries, Hemant Sharma here on Saturday. Convener Ar Bibhuti Mohapatra introduced the eminent architects and guests on the dais.
IIA president CR Raju and chairperson of Odisha chapter Ar Rajkanwar Nayak were present with chairpersons from Bihar, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand chapters.
Announcing the commencement of the event, Sharma said that the conference's theme is very interesting – ‘The Rising Architectural Horizon’ which would present a thorough understanding of the best practices of the past and present-day challenges and innovative ideas in the field of architecture.
The deep insights from the participating eminent architects of
national and international repute would be of vital importance for shaping future architectural practices and building sustainable cities, he said. Adding to this, Raju said achieving architectural greatness is more than just designing a building or place; it’s about making a difference in everyday lives.
Nayak said the ERC is one of the major events of the Indian Institute of Architects for the Easter Zone comprising Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar and Jharkhand. The conference envisages advancing the interests of members, and their professional standards, and expanding and advocating the value of architects and architecture for the sustainable and harmonious growth of country, society, economy, and culture, she added.