The International Theatre observed the World Theatre Day in the Utkal University premises on Saturday. MlA Priyadarshi Mishra attending as chief guest stated that people are now showing more interest to enjoy theatric art. Utkal University Vice-Chancellor Dr Ashok Kuamr Das inaugurated the Natak Mahotsav observed across the State on behalf of the International Theatre. A total of 50 dramas were played on the day across the State.
Theatre chief Mihir Meher delivered welcome address while Punya Utkal chairman Manoranjan Mohapatra and UU Student Union president Rajesh Raj Swain spoke on the occasion. Utkal Sammilani Mancheswar Industrial Estate Branch president Dillip Dashsharma coordinated the programme and Student Union representative loknath Jagat proposed vote of thanks. A drama titled ‘Kishan Kahneya’ was performed on behalf of the Mirror Theatre. At the end, Former Vice-Chancellor of Utkal University of Culture Narendra Kumar Mishra felicitated the artists with flower bouquets. .