ETV Odia news channel celebrated its first anniversary hereon Monday.
Joining as chief guest at a function on the occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said the channel should convey the problems of the people to the Government machinery. ‘It should become a connecting link between the people and the administration,’ he said, lauding the channel for its unbiased content. Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan presided over the meeting. He praised the role of ETV and said that ETV is the voice of the people and is known for its credibility. local MP Dr Prasanna Pattasani joined as the guest of honor.
ETV News Network Head Jagdeesh Chandra gave the welcome address. ‘ETV will work for the growth and development of Odisha and will be the connecting link between the Government and people,’ assured Jagdeesh Chandra. Many politicians, bureaucrats, police officials, artists, writers and journalists attended.
‘The Black and White’ show was the main attraction of the evening. Bollywood songs of yesteryears mesmerised the viewers.