The Samaprka Mass Media held the World Book and Copyright Day on April 23 here. CEO Sanat Panda presided.
A mini book fair was organised on the occasion which was inaugurated by Prof Bidyut Prava Sahu from Khallikote University as chief guest. About 100 local authors were present.
The fair exhibited 176 publications of 46 authors and was an opportunity for exchange ideas pertaining to publication and its challenges.
Assistant Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication of Berhampur University Sudarsan Sahu joined as resource person, while District Education Officer Sanatan Panda was chief speaker.
District Field Publicity Officer Manmohan Padhy gave keynote address and director of MPTI Santosh Padhy spoke about vital role of English language in modern day life. Two books “Aam Desar Raija Katha” written by Sanat Kumar Panda and “Nirab Kolahala” by poet R Sunanda Choudhury were released.
A documentary produced by the students of JMC on authors and their creativity was screened. Paryatan Bharat Editor Narayan Mahankuda gave vote of thanks.