The 97th birth anniversary of former Chief Minister Binayak Acharya was celebrated by the Binayak Acharya Memorial Trust at the Khallikote College here.
Chief guest State Higher Education Minister Dr Pradeep Panigrahy recalled the qualities and clean image of Acharya who attained a special position in the political history of Odisha. Senior advocate and Member Syndicate of Berhampur University Sudhansu Pati urged the contemporary youths to follow the footprints of Acharya.
Brahmapur MlA Dr RC Chyau Pattnaik, BDA Chairman Subash Maharana and Prof Jagannath Panda recalled the contributions and ideologies of the great leader whose tenure as Chief Minister of Odisha remained memorable.
Working president of the trust and former president of Ganjam Bar Association presided over the meeting, while general secretary Debaraj Sahu introduced the guests. Secretary Anil Kumar Acharya and Arun Kumar Acharya coordinated.
The Mahuri Anchal Vikas Parishad also celebrated Acharya’s birth anniversary in the premises of the Binayak Acharya High School. The event was also held at several schools and colleges including the Binayak Acharya Government College.