The Central University of Orissa (CUO) observed the Cultural Day on Saturday. Vice-Chancellor Prof Sachidananda Mohanty inaugurated the programme as the chief guest and Dean-Academics Prof Kishore Chandra Raut delivered the welcome address.
Mohanty motivated the students to dedicate themselves for a quest of excellence in life.
Mohanty informed about the development and achievement of the university.
He distributed certificates and prizes to winners in various competitions organised on the occasion.
Prof Raut advised the students to develop their talents along with education. Dr Sarat Kumar Palita delivered the vote of thanks.
The students performed classical dance, song and drama on the occasion.
The cultural programme was coordinated by Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Saurabh Gupta and compeered by lecturer Sujit Kumar Mohanty. Dignitaries, guests, students, faculty and
staff were present in large numbers.