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Theme:
CHANGING LANDSCAPES IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Date:
2nd to 5th February 2023
Venue:
MAYFAIR LAGOON & CONVENTION CENTRE
BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA
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East Zone Branch
Office Bearers
Dr. Om Prakash Singh Dr. R.K. Lenin Singh Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi Dr. Tirthankar Dasgupta Dr. Nishant Goyal
President Vice President Hon. Secretary Hon. Treasurer Hon. Editor
Executive Council Members
Dr. Samrat Kar Dr. Deadatta Mohapatra Dr. Satish Rasaily
Dr. Anweshak Das Dr. Rajeev Pradhan Dr. Rajashree Ray
Dr. Chayanika Sarma Dr. S. Gojendra Singh Dr. Dipankar Chakravarty Dr. Archana Singh
Odisha State Branch (Host)
Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi Dr. Pranab Mahapatra Dr. Rajnikant Shukla
President Immediate Past President Vice President
Dr. Ashrumochan Sahoo Dr. Suvendu Narayan Mishra Dr. Tanmaini Das Dr. Satyakam Mohapatra
Hony. Secretary Immediate Past Hony. Secretary Treasurer Editor
Chairman - Various Committees
Dr. Debadatta Mohapatra Dr. Samrat Kar Dr. Snehanshu Dey
Chairman - CME Committee Chairman - Constitution Committee Chairman - Membership Committee
Dr. P.K. Mohapatra Dr. Pallabi Sahu Dr. Udit Panda
Chairman - Award Committee Chairman - Media Committee Chairman - Addiction Committee
Dr. Seema Parija Dr. Surjeet Sahoo Dr. JPR Ravan
Chairman - Website Committee Chairman - Geriatric Committee Chairman - Rehabilitation Committee
Dr. C.S. Tripathy Dr. Jigyansa Ipsita Pattanaik Dr. Alok Jyoti Sahoo
Chairman - Ethics Committee Chairman - Child & Chairman - Community Psychiatry
Adolescent Committee
Member - Executive Committee
Dr. Tophan Pati Dr. S.P. Swain Dr. Rakesh Mohanty Dr. Anant Ch. Meher
Dr. Swati Mishra Dr. Kirti Anurag Dr. Jitendriya Biswal Dr. Suvendu N. Mishra
Representative to IPS
Eastern Zone
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Esteemed Delegates,
Greetings to all the members of the Indian Psychiatric Society on behalf of
the organizing committee of ANCIPS 2023. We sincerely thank Indian Psychiatric
Society for conferring on us the responsibility to organise the prestigious ANCIPS
2023 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, the beautiful temple city.
Odisha always plays the perfect host. Odisha hosted ANCIPS in 1989, 1999
and now again in 2023. The scientific committee has tried to make a well balanced
academic program for four fruitful days with national and international speakers.
Team ANCIPS 2023 is striving hard to make the conference academically
enlightening, enjoyable and memorable. This post pandemic, ANCIPS 2023 will
give a chance to come together for professional exchanges with kindred souls from
across the globe.
I feel humbled once again to welcome you on behalf of organising committee
for active participation, contributions and enjoy the hospitality to make the annual
national conference successful.
Long live IPS!
(Dr. Tophan Pati)
Organizing Chairman
ANCIPS 2023
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Raj Bhavan
Bhubaneswar-751008
January 27, 2023
Prof. Ganeshi Lal
Governor, Odisha
Message
I am glad to know that the Annual Conference of Indian Psychiatric Society
(ANCIPS) 2023 is to be organized at Bhubaneswar on February 2-5, 2023. A Souvenir
is also being brought out on the occasion.
For psychiatrists, up-to-date knowledge and clinical skills remain critical in
ascertaining and delivering quality. The theme of this annual conference is “Changing
Landscapes in Mental Health Care”. It is inevitable that some changes will occur at
a faster speed than others. It is in best interests of patients and society at large that
psychiatrists and patients work together to deal with the challenges offered by stigma,
newer treatments and health promotion. ANCIPS has been a vibrant forum for
interaction and advancement of professional knowledge. Like in the past the present
conference is expected to serve the members to have better knowledge and preparation
to meet the new emerging challenges.
I wish the Conference and publication all success.
(Ganshi Lal)
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Naveen Patnaik
Chief Minister, Odisha
Message
I am glad to know that the Indian Psychiatric Society is organising its
74th Annual National Conference on 2nd & 3rd February, 2023 in Bhubaneswar
and bringing out a souvenir in commemoration.
In the post pandemic era, mental health issues have assumed significance
along with other health issues. There is a need for greater awareness in society
over these issues. I am glad that the Indian Psychiatric Society is holding its
annual conference in Odisha. I hope the psychiatrists will come out with novel
concepts to address this burgeoning issue and help people to overcome their mental
health problems.
I extend my warm greetings to the delegates and wish the National
Conference a grand success.
(Naveen Patnaik)
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24th January, 2023
Dr. N.N. Raju
President
Indian Psychiatric Society
Message
Dear Friends
I am happy to note that the organizing team of Annual Conference of Indian Psychiatric Society
(ANCIPS) 2023 is bringing out a souvenir during its conference in Bhubaneswar. It is a haapy occasion
to get into a festive mood after a gap of three years though a good conference did take place last year
in Visakhapatnam.
The Organizing committee deserves the entire accolade for making all efforts to make the conference
a memorable one and I am sure thousands of members throng in the temple city for academic delight
and cultural tourism. The beaches in Puri add serenity to the divinity of Lord Jagannath while the
beauty of sculpture of Konark adds attraction to the surrounding sands.
Indian Psychiatric Society crossed many milestones in its long journey of 75 years though the
current event is 74th conference. It is a matter of pride to the Odisha state branch to have hosted the
prestigious meeting for the third time in its capital thanks its cultural richness of dance and cuisine.
The scientific committee has charted out a well balanced academic program for four fruitful days with
national and international speakers. It is a delight to watch young members sending many papers,
symposia and workshops. I am sure the delegates will have a glimpse into the recent developments
taking place in understanding human behavior.
It is appropriate that a good theme "Changing Landscapes in Mental Health Care" has been
chosen to highlight the strides which are taking place in the scientific horizon and I congratulate the
entire team under the Organizing Chairperson Dr.Tophan Pati, Organizing Secretary Dr.Amrit Pattajoshi
and treasurer Dr.Tanamini Das. I am certain that the Editor of Souvenir Dr.Satakam Mohapatra is
gearing up to bring a colorful souvenir with great content.
The good news that the uncertainties of pandemic and its newer versions are slowly but surely
taking a back seat allowing a good physical meet. I am sure all of us will have a very successful get
together for four days.
I wish the conference a grand success.
Long live Indian Psychiatric Society.
(Dr. N.N. Raju)
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Dr. Goutam Saha
President
SAARC Psychiatric Federation
Immediate Past President,
Message
Indian Psychiatric Society
Respected Seniors, Beloved Friends, and my dear Juniors
Some moments in life call for a true celebration. One such moment was when Bhubaneswar was
selected to host the ANCIPS 2023. I was filled with joy, knowing this would be one of the best ever,
as it had the most dedicated team to shoulder this responsibility. And surely they have proved beyond
doubt their brilliance, chartering the stormy waters of the uncertainty of the pandemic. The Organising
Team, led by the two most renowned colleagues of IPS, Dr. Tophan Pati and Dr Amrit Pattojoshi have
worked tirelessly over the last couple of years to perfectly plan this event. Dr. Pati, with his exceptional
calmness, a wealth of experience, and eye for detail has ensured the meticulous organization of the
Scientific program and hospitality arrangements. And Dr. Pattojoshi deserves the praise of the highest
order, for his dynamic, transparent and sterling leadership, proving beyond doubt his ability to be a
future national leader. The theme of this annual conference aptly describes the present scenario of
modern Psychiatry “Changing Landscapes in Mental Health Care”, and I am sure the four days of
academic extravaganza will provide the platform to share, discuss and assimilate evidence-based research
in Psychiatry.
We will also be part of many innovative initiatives like Women IPPL, alongside Men IPPL,
Walkathon, and Talent Night. Finally, Bhubaneswar, a city with the perfect mix of traditional Heritage
and elements of Smart City, is a wonderful venue to meet and greet colleagues from across the world
during the four days of the Conference. All members of the Indian Psychiatric Society, under the able
leadership of Dr. N N Raju and Dr. Vinay Kumar, will be witnessing a series of academic sessions par
excellence.
I wish the Conference a grand success.
(Dr Gautam Saha)
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Vice President: Indian Psychiatric Society
Secretary: Suicidology Sp Section: World Association for Social Psychiatry
Past Hony General Secretary:Indian Psychiatric Society (2018-20)
Imm Past President : Indian Psychiatric Society
Eastern Zonal Branch (2020-21)
Hony Treasurer: Indian Association for Social Psychiatry (2016-2020)
Chairperson: Publication Committee, Indian Psychiatric Society (2016-18)
Past Hony Treasurer: Indian Psychiatric Society (2012-16)
Chairperson IPS Election Commission 2010-11
Direct Council Member: IPS (2005-2008)
Consultant Psychiatrist
Vinay Kumar Manoved Mind Hospital, Patna,
Message
It’s my proud privilege to welcome respected guests from India and abroad, and
esteemed members of Indian Psychiatric Society and their family members to this first
fully in-person post-COVID ANCIPS being held in the ancient city, Bhubaneswar. It’s
pleasant to recall that once upon a time Bhubaneswar was called temple city of India
due to presence of 700 shrines, and now it is known for modern sanctuaries of learning
medicine, law and engineering. This information speaks about enlightening potential of
this land and fully justifies the assembly of minds searching and sharing scientific
knowledge for serving humanity better. And what a surprise, that for the city of changing
landscapes the Team IPS and the Team ANCIPS chose a matching theme - ‘Changing
Landscape of Mental Health Care.
This ANCIPS is very special for me as I will be handed over the heaviest baton
of IPS at the end of the opening day. I know, this weight means glorious legacy,
challenging trail and huge demands of changing landscapes of mental healthcare, but
at the same time I feel inspired and confident because of our track record and history
and experience of creative comradery in IPS. I am sure, 2023-24 will be an year new
steps and new flights.
With these few words, I wish all of you happy conferencing and safe journey
back home.
(Dr Vinay Kumar)
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Dr Arabinda Brahma
Hon. General Secretary
Indian Psychiatric Society
Message
Dear Esteemed Colleagues,
It is time for us to look forward to congregate once again at Annual National Conference of
Indian Psychiatric Society (ANCIPS) that is being held at Bhubaneswar, in Odisha state, from 2-5
February, 2023.
Bhubaneswar is an ancient land. It is dubbed the "Temple City", a nickname earned because
of the 700 temples which once stood there. Not only in architectural splendour, the city is also
endowed with a green canopy of forests. Mother Nature is at her munificent best here - showering
the blessed land with unending thick forests.
Post pandemic, ANCIPS 2023 will give a chance to make us come together seeking the warmth
of professional exchanges with kindred souls from across the globe. It will also give us an opportunity
to take stock of what we have and what we can have to march ahead with firm steps in tandem to
deliver quality mental health service to our people.
The theme of the conference "Changing Landscapes in Mental Health Care” has aimed at
upgrading our knowledge as well as to give a message to the society at large about our concern for
the mental disorders specially during this post pandemic time.
The organising committee headed by Dr Tophan Pati and Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi is working
tirelessly to make ANCIPS 2023 an unforgettable aesthetic and intellectual experience for us all. I
extend my warmest wishes for the grand success of this conference.
WELCOME TO ANCIPS 2023
LONG LIVE INDIAN PSYCHIATRIC SOCIETY
(Dr Arabinda Brahma)
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25th January, 2023
Prof. Dr. M. Aleem Siddiqui
Hon. Treasurer, Indian
Psychiatric Society
Message
It is indeed a matter of great pleasure that the 74th Annual National
Conference of Indian Psychiatric Society (ANCIPS) is being organized from 2 nd
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-5 February 2023 at Bhubaneswar. The theme of the conference “Changing
Landscapes in Mental Healthcare” is the need of the hour. Renowned speakers
from India as well as abroad are part of the scientific program.
The organizing committee under the leadership of Dr. Tophan Pati.,
Organizing Chairperson, and Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi, Organizing Secretary is
working day and night to make this event memorable. I hope that deliberations
and discussions during the conference will enrich all of us not only academically
but also socially and culturally.
I extend a warm welcome to all the delegates and wish the conference a
splendid success.
(Prof. Dr. M. Aleem Siddiqui)
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Editor in chief, Indian Journal of Psychiatry (IJP)
President, IPS Eastern Zonal Branch
President, Psychodermatology Association of India
Prof. (Dr) O.P. Singh
Message
It is a matter of immense pleasure and privilege to write the message for the 74th Annual
National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric Society.
I congratulate the Odisha State Branch for taking the initiative to organize the 74th Annual
National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric Society at Bhubaneshwar. Odisha State Branch is a
pioneer in the academic front, with many innovative programs running under its banner.
The theme chosen for the Conference, Changing Landscapes in Mental Health Care, will excite
the brain and open new insights, understandings and paradigms in psychiatry.
The conference venue, Bhubaneshwar, is one of India's oldest cities and holds a rich history. The
City of Temples got its name from Tribhubaneswar, meaning Lord Shiva. Considered one of the first
planned cities of modern India, Bhubaneswar is developing quickly as one of the education hubs.
I am sure that under the guidance of meticulous and experienced Organising Chairperson Dr
Tophan Pati and dynamic Organising Secretary Dr Amrit Pattojoshi, the organizing teams' dedication
and hard work will make this Conference a huge success. Many innovative, fun activities planned
during the Conference show the organizing team's commitment and involvement. It will be a perfect
blend of excellent academics, marvellous hospitality and a rich cultural experience.
As the IPS Eastern Zonal Branch President, I cordially invite and welcome all the delegates to
attend the Conference and enrich the event with their knowledge, experience and wisdom.
I wish the Conference a huge success and an everlasting memorable event for all of us.
Long live IPS!
Prof. (Dr.) O.P. Singh
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26th January, 2023
Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi
President
IPS, Odisha State Branch
Hon’ble Gen. Secretary
East Zonal Branch, IPS
Message
Esteemed Delegates,
It is a matter of pride on my part to welcome esteemed members of Indian
Psychiatric Society and their family members from India and abroad to the
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event of 74 Annual National Conference of Indian Psychiatric society
(ANCIPS), 2023 at Bhubaneswar. It will be the first fully in-person post-
COVID ANCIPS. Our Organising team has put in a lot of effort to carry out
the mandate of our society to organise Annual Conference during this period.
I thank you all for your participation in this conference. Looking forward
to lots of stimulating activities for improvement of mental health care of our
population. I again welcome you all to the enjoyable and academically enriching
conference.
Long live Indian Psychiatric Society.
(Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi)
Organizing Secretary
ANCIPS 2023
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Dr. Asrumochan Sahoo
Hon’ble Secretary
IPS, Odisha State Branch
Message
Dear esteemed colleagues,
It is a matter of great pleasure and privilege that Odisha state branch
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Indian Psychiatric society at Bhubaneshwar. The theme chosen for the
conference “Changing landscape in mental health care” will open a new
insight and understanding in Psychiatry.
The organizing committee headed by Organizing chairman Dr. Tophan
Pati, Organizing Secretary Dr. Amrit Pattojoshi, Treasurer Dr. Tanamini
Das, Editor Dr. Satyakam Mohapatra and silent worker Dr. Debadatta
Mohapatra& Dr. Suvendu Mishra will make the conference a huge success.
I wish the conference to be an everlasting memorable event for all of
us.
Long Live IPS
(Dr. Ashrumochan Sahoo)
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Former Professor & Head, Dept. of Psychiatry &
Medical Suptd. Mental Health Institute,
Principal & Dean, SCB Medical College, Cuttack,
DMET, Orissa
President, Indian Psychiatric Society (2000-01)
President, AIPI (1992-93)
Dist. Governor, Rotary International (2000-01)
Residence : Shree Niloy, Purighat Road
Cuttack-753 009, Odisha, India
MOB : 9437031988/ 9938359535
Prof. Gopal Ch. Kar
Message
Dear Dr. Tophan,
I am delighted to know that the Indian Psychiatric Society, organising
74th Annual National Conference on 2nd to 5th February 2023, at Mayfair
Convention, Bhubaneswar hosted by our IPS, Odisha State Branch.
Our members have proved their academic and clinical ability
throughout the globe by being felicitated worldwide. Needless to mention that
we are working in an atmosphere of many constraints. However, we shall be
able to prove best if opportunities are provided to us from the Government
as well Non-Government sources.
Gayatri joins with me in wishing all success for ANCIPS 2023.
Best of Luck. Jai Jagannath.
Gopal Kar
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Changing perspectives of community psychiatry in India
Community psychiatry in India originated from the work of Dr. Vidya Sagar who
in the late 1950s began to involve family members in the treatment of mentally ill
patients at Amritsar. The first general hospital psychiatric units (GHPU) began
functioning in 1933 at the R.G. Kar Medical College Calcutta, followed by one at JJ
Hospital Bombay (1938), Patna Medical College hospital (1939), and KEM hospital
Bombay (1940). Along with the development and expansion of the GHPUs, many
community mental health outreach services were also started all over the country.
The most important development was of the launching of the National Mental Health
Programme (NMHP) of India in 1982, and later the District Mental Health Programme
(DMHP) in a stepwise fashion from 1996 onwards. This programme focussed on
utilization of the existing general health care infrastructure through integration of
mental health services with general health services. Other significant approaches to
community mental health in India include the camp approach, school mental health,
NGO initiatives, media-based interventions, and telephone helplines.
Following the implementation of NMHP and DMHP, there has been improvement
in human resource development and public awareness has also increased due to
community-based mental health care. Despite efforts to energize and scale up the
program from time to time, progress with development of community-based mental
health services and achievement of the desired outcomes in India has been slow.
Public health measures, along with integration of mental health services in
primary healthcare systems, offer the most sustainable and effective model given the
limited mental health resources. The main barriers to this integration include already
overburdened primary health centres (PHCs), which face the following challenges:
limited staff; multiple tasks; a high patient load; multiple, concurrent programs; lack
of training, supervision, and referral services; and non-availability of psychotropic
medications in the primary healthcare system.
Challenges in expanding the DMHP to all districts in India remained and one
strategic approach would be to develop regional training resource centres such as
through the local tertiary care mental health institutes to support the program. It is
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critical to examine the role of the existing mental health professionals and administrators
in facilitating such the change from a hospital-based service system to a community-
oriented service. Through effective and unique training programs, clinicians can be
better equipped to apply leadership skills and qualities to support better patient recovery
outcomes.
Local community resources are increasingly being recognized as a valuable part
of the health system but are often neglected in the medical model of care. Solutions
to address the high mental illness burden need to acknowledge that cultural and
traditional care, family and community structures are important elements in mental
health care. Further cultural aspects of the ways mental illnesses and disorders are
viewed, presented and treated must be considered when applying an intervention
model that is acceptable to the local community.
No single model of care can be applied all communities in the country and that
locally appropriate models working in close partnership with local communities is
required. Targeted and skill-based training programs are useful to build local leadership
capacity in implementing quality and culturally appropriate community mental health
services.
Although progress has been slow in development of community-based mental
health services and achievement of the desired outcomes in India, the importance of
these cannot be understated. India has a huge burden of mental disorders and a
significant treatment gap. It is important to continuously assess performance of
community-based mental health services in order to identify problems at the earliest
and initiate corrective measures. There is a need to take a fresh look at implementation
of the program, with a focus on achieving sustainable improvements in a timely manner.
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health into public health: The community mental health development project in India.
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Giri DK, Chaudhury S, Chakraborty PK. Trends and issues in community mental
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Dr. Satyakam Mohapatra
Consultant Psychiatrist, Cuttack
Contact no- 8456915506
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BHUBANESWAR : A DEEP HISTORY
Professor Laxmi Kanta Mishra
Retd. Professor of History & Former Head
Ravenshaw University, Cuttack - 753003
email: [email protected]. Mob: 9861065900
'Bhubaneswar', the modern capital city of clear that 'Sisupalgarh' was the Capital City. Even
Odisha with a deep antiquity traced back to 4th B.B. Lal stated that, "The initial date of this site
century B.C. dotted with temples mostly of Saivite goes back to 300 B.C with a margin if any on the
Origin provided the first glimpse of urbanisation earlier side".1 Though documentary evidence in
during the Asokan period or after the Conquest of favour of the identification of Mauryan
Kalinga by Asoka.The Kalingan empire that headquarters of Tosali with Sisupalgarh are lacking,
received a rude shock after Alsoka's conquest in but it may well be surmised in view of the latter
261 B.C.E showed the world the path of peace and containing antiquities dating back to 3rd century
non-violence and became a cause for the spread B.C.E.that it was the capital. Archaeological data
of message of 'universal brotherhood of men'.The available revealed that "the site had been in
Empire revived itself from the shock and occupation from the beginning of the third century
Bhubaneswar again became a cause for creation B.C. to the middle of the fourth century A.D and
of Pan-Kalingan Empire.The Empire thus created that its defences had been erected at the beginning
became the largest since Magadhan Empire under of the second century B.C. The layout of the city
Asoka after being consolidated and expanded by roughly square in plan, protected on all sides by
Kharavela in first century B.C.E. 'Asoka' being a a rampart, each of its sides over a kilometer long
visionary might never have thought that the place and pierced with two elaborate gateways is
chosen by him for fixing the Asokan Edicts in Dhauli suggestive of a well- developed civil and military
located in close vicinity of Bhubaneswar would architecture. The streamlet Gangua (ancient
after two millenium years be choosen as the Gandhavati) flowing all around the rampart served
modern capital centre of Odisha. as a natural moat with a permanent supply of
BHUBANESWAR AS TOSALI water."2
'Sisupalgarh' situated about two kilometers Sisupalgarh was the site of Kalinganagar the
to the east of old town of Bhubaneswar was Capital City of the Chedi Kings of the
excavated by Archaeological Survey of India during Mahameghavahana family during first century B.C.
1947-48 under the supervision of B.B. Lal assisted The Kalinga was an independent kingdom then.
by B. K. Thapar revealed the presence of a great The Hathi-Gumpha inscription of Kharavela in the
well planned city that served as the capital of Udayagiri hill located roughly 10 km north-west of
Kalinga, the then name of this part of India and Sisupalgarh furnish details of his eventful career.
Odisha as well. Whereas in view of the finding of There are specific descriptions about the gates,
the Rock Edicts at Dhauli some scholars surmised walls and houses of the capital being devasted by
that Tosali identified with Dhauli served as the a cyclone, which is not a far flung possibility,
Capital city of Kalinga during 'Asokan' times, but situated about sixty kilometers away from Puri-
the discoveries made by B.B Lal made it absolutely Konark sea shore. At present there is no fortified
town of the period except standing pillars and
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scanty evidences about the Western Gateway. it has been held that a part of the Asokan pillar
Excavations undertaken by Prof. K.S. Behera, Prof. was converted in to a huge Siva linga in the
R.K. Mohanty and Monica L. Smith, Umakanta Bhaskareswar temple. Debala Mitra was inclined
Mishra, Subrata Kumar Acharya and myself in to believe that the reliefs on the lotus capital are
Sisupalgarh, Golabai, Suabarei, Deltihuda, more inclined to those on the early caves of
Gopalpur, etc conclusively prove about intense Udayagiri and Khandagiri than anything Asokan.
economic activity in Cuttack and Khurda regions The Contention of Debala Mitra can be contested
closely connected with Bhubaneswar. on the basis of recent discoveries made by S.B.
At Dhauli, we find one of the earliest Ota.8
inscribed records of India which contained eleven S.B. Ota drew our attention to observations
out of well-known set of Fourteen Rock Edicts made by N.K. Sahu in his monumental work
found in the territorial limits of the empire. The "Buddhism in Orissa" published in 1958 by Utkal
Eleventh, Twelfth and Thirteeenth rock edicts are University and also about a brief note on a limited
replaced by two separate rock edicts. In the excavation carried out by B.K. Thapar in 1950, which
separate rock edicts, Asoka made the famous remained until Ota noticed the same in the archival
declaration, "All men are my children".3 The records of the Sisupalgarh excavation. In the
declaration brings in to fore the concept of a records, B.K. Thapar claimed to have excavated
globalised world.The inscriptions are inscribed on two Megaliths. But in January 2006, when
a rock with the sculptured forepart of an elephant. excavations at Sisupalgarh was in progress, a joint
This elephant figure symbolising "the Buddha" exploration was carried out by S.B. Ota of
though lacking in characteristic Mauryan finish Archaeological Survey of India and R. K. Mohanty
because of inferior quality of the rock was not of Deccan College, Pune which resulted in the
only the earliest sculpture of Odisha, but exhibits discovery of a stone railing near a temple in a
dynamic naturalism, plastic treatment of bulky hamlet on the northern side of the Sisupalgarh
volume and dignified bearing. fortification. Further investigations resulted in the
Recent excavations in Sisupalgarh in 2006 discovery of Stupa, earlier being identified as a
added significant dimensions for Buddhist studies Megalithic mound by B.K. Thapar.9 The said stupa
in Bhubaneswar. Asokan relics have been found was a mud stupa which might be of an early date
from Dhauli-Bhubaneswar region where the and stone railings might have been added
ancient city of Tosali was located. These include subsequently like that of Sanchi, Satdhara, Sarnath,
Stupa railings and fragments of Asokan pillars.5 etc.
Few railings were found in the vicinity of Kharavela, the Chedi ruler of Kalinga of first
the Bhaskareswar temple. N.K. Bose noticed two century B.C. introduced Odisha into a career of
of them which were removed to Puri.6 "One aggrandisement, which with various ups and
fragment each is preserved in Orissa State downs culminated in taking Odisha in to the finial
Museum, Bhubaneswar and the Ashutosh of its glory under Kapilendra Gajapati during 15th
Museum, Calcutta. Seemingly, imitating Asokan century. Under the royal aegis of the Chedis,
pillar capitals are a lion capital found in the same Udayagiri and Khandagiri not only became a strong
area and now in the state museum and a large centre of Jainism, but the two honey combed hills
bell-shaped lutus capital found near the Asoka contained the signature of eastern Indian artists
jhara tank and also removed to that museum".7 in their best forms.The Udayagiri and Khandagiri
K.C. Panigrahi associate them and also the pillar cave monuments have remained a major tourist
inside the Bhaskareswar temple with Asoka. Even attraction in contemporary days.
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Because of ascedancy of Saiva Pasupata Cult, vitality. The Pasupata sect under the supervision
the Buddhism received a set back in Bhubaneswar, of Lakulisa, a Saiva teacher gained supremacy and
but Jainism thrived through the pages of history. thereafter large scale temple building activity
Unfortunately, with the eclipse of Asoka's started, which continued unabetted till late 13th
rule and Chedi rule in Kalinga and Bhubaneswar as and 14th century. The conflict and coalescing
well, both Asoka and Kharavela were lost in to between Saivism and Buddhism continued, which
oblivion and even did not survive in public memory are reflected in the sculptural art forms in the
in any form. They were rediscovered only during temples of Bhubaneswar. Resemblance of Lakulisa
19th century epigraphic discourses. Siva with that of Buddha; Lakulisa sometimes
represented in the dharmachalra-pravartana-
The History of Bhubaneswar from 2nd
mudra, representation of deer in the pedestal of
century A.D to 7th century A.D is shrouded in
an image in Sisireswar temple signifying the first
mystery. Continuance of Sisupalgarh until 4th
sermon of Buddha testify to the co-existence of
century A.D is unmistakable. The discovery of
both religious faiths in Bhubaneswar. The Buddhist
Kushana and imitation of Kushana coins/ Puri-
imprint on some Saiva temple is unmistakable.10
Kushana coins, clay bullae imitating Roman coins,
Simultaneously the animosity of the Pasupatas
a unique gold piece with Kushana motifs and
towards Buddhism is evident from the
Roman legends, Yaksha and naga statues (now
representation of Buddha on the sacrificial post
exhibited in Odisha State Museum), a pot bellied
(Yupa) infront of the Vaital temple. J.N. Banerjee
naga and two nagi figures from Kapilaprasad near
opined that "Buddhism existed even long after
Bhubaneswar and several other folk divinities
the city had been swept away by the Pasupatas is
definitely attest to this. On the basis of the study
proved by the finding of Buddhist images in the
of Puri-Kushana coins it has been held that a
vicinity of the Brahmeswar temple."11
Murunda King named Dharmadamodar ruled over
Odisha in the Post Chedi era.4 The Sailodvaba rulers having their sway over
Bhubaneswar during mid-sixth to mid-eighth
BHUBANESWAR AS EKAMRA
century converted Bhubaneswar into a workshop
With Samudragupta's conquest of Western
of temple architecture. The Saivite temples of
Odisha and Kalinga region in South Odisha, the
Parsurameswar, Lakshmaneswar and Swarna
state society expanded and the Sanskrit
Jaleswar were built by the Sailodvabas. Sasanka,
Cosmopolis made its head way and Saivism became
the Gauda king built the Tribhuvaneswar on which
the dominant religious faith in Odisha. Thus
site the present Lingaraj temple was built by the
Bhubaneswar came under the spell of Saivism.
Somavamsi rulers. Besides, the largest tank
The Sanskrit text like the Ekamra Purana as well as
popularly known as 'Bindusagar' with magnificient
the epigraphical sources speak about the Gauda
flight of steps was dug during this period.
King Sasanka, a staunch devotee of Siva conquered
Although the Bhaumakara rulers (8th-10th
the most parts of Coastal Odisha including
century A.D.) were having their political orders
Bhubaneswar region and the Kangoda country in
issued from Jajpur and ardently patronised
the first quarter of Seventh Century A.D and built
'Vajrayana Buddhism', temples like Sisireswar,
the first Saiva temple at the site of Tribhuvaneswar.
Markandeyaswar, Taleswar, Mohini, Uttareswar and
This culminated in ousting Buddhists from
Vaital were built during their period.
Bhubaneswar who now took shelter in Jaipur, from
where political orders were issued from 7th-8th During the Somavamsi period from 10th to
century onwards. Bhubaneswar lost its political 12th century A.D, the Pasupata cult of Saivism was
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delcined and it was Mattamayura cult which as combined form of Hari and Hara. A number of
replaced the Pasupata cult. As the Somavamsi were Vaisnava rites were introduced in to Lingaraja
from Central India, they brought elements of temple. Addition of the figure of Garuda by the
Chandella architecture as a result of which grand side of the bull on the votive column in front of
gigantic temples like Mukteswar, Brahmeswar, the bhoga-mandapa of the temple is another
Rajarani and Lingaraja temples were built and the indication of syncretised cult.The practice of wo
temple architecture achieved perfection and worshipping Lingaraja both with vilva and tulsi
entered into its mature phase. leaves speak about syncretisation of both the
The Imperial Ganga rulers during 12th-15th sects.
century A.D added Natamandapa and After lapse of roughly one and half
Bhogamandapa to the Lingaraja temple. The millenium years since the end of Chedi rule during
Lingaraja temple inscription incised on the wall of first century, Bhubaneswar again became politically
the Jagamohana of the Lingaraja temple records vibrant when Kapilendradeva, the founder of
the grant by the Ganga King Anantavarman Suryavamsi Gajapti rule in Odisha was coronated
Chadagangadeva (A.D 1078-1150) of a village for at Bhubaneswar in 1435 A.D. A new calendar called
the maintenance of a lamp in the temple of as 'Kapilabda' was introduced. The Kapileswara
Krittivasa (original name of Lingaraja) in 1114-15 temple was also built by him.
A.D. This donation on the dates mentioned in the The Varuneswar temple on the bank of the
inscriptions suggest the conquest of Bhubaneswar Papanasini tank was also the creation of the
by Chodagangadeva before that date which might Gajapati rulers. Although, Cuttack continued to be
correspond to C.1110 A.D, the date of conquest of the capital of Odisha under the Suryavamsi
Utkala by him. A twelfth century inscription found Gajapatis and even thereafter under Muslims,
at Sisupalgarh provides us information that this Marathas and the British, Bhubaneswar might have
fort was being in use until the reign of served as the battleground for different contesting
Anantavarman Chodagangadeva. The inscription groups after the establishment of Muslim rule and
stated that Chodaganga built a temple for the creation of Khurda kingdom by Ramachandradeva
worship of Lord Siva either within or outside the sometime during 1570/71 A.D. Creation of 'Patia'
fort of Sisupalgarh and constructed a bridge on kingdom by Raja Mansingh in 1592 was meant not
the Gangua river to establish communication with only to pacify the rebels but also to create a buffer
Bhubaneswar.12 zone in Bhubaneswar in order to keep close watch
The Ganga rulers and their officers have on the activities of reigning king of Khurda.True
issued several donative records which are inscribed the expectations of Raja Mansingh,Patia always
in different temples of Bhubaneswar. remained friendly to the Muslims,Marathas and
The Megheswar temple was built by the British as well.
Svapneswardeva during the reign of JOURNEY OF BHUBANESWAR
Anangabhimadeva II. From Tosali to Ekamra and then to
The Anata-Vasudeva temple, the only Bhubaneswar, the capital city. 'Tosali' with
Vaisnava temple of Bhubaneswar was built by Sisupalgarh as capital city provided a history for
Chandrikadevi, the daughter of Anangabhimadeva Bhubaneswar for roughly three centuries. 'Ekamra'
III (1211-1238 A.D) in the year A.D 1278. The impact niched Bhubaneswar for over one thousand years.
of Vaisnavism on Saivism went to such an extent It was only on the eve of formation of 'Odisha' as
during 13th century that Lingaraja was personified a separate province in 1936 that 'Bhubaneswar'
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again surfaced to provide 'Odisha' its political Edicts (SRE) say that government will look after
nucleus. the tribal people and they will always try to bring
Abul Fazl of 'Akbarnama' fame while these people has the path of religion or path of
describing about Odisha stated, "This country is duty or whatever way it may be translated…No
not made for conquests nor for the design of place in Orissa is from the viewpoint of History,
human ambitions, it belongs to the Gods". from the viewpoint of health and sanitation, from
the viewpoint of economy and from all other
Here, the country i.e. Odisha belongs to Gods
points of views, is more suitable than
best applies to Ekamra Kshetra i.e. Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar."13
which is dotted with ayatanas (houses) of Devas
(Gods and Goddesses). In contrast to Abul Fazl's No city in India provides examples of
imagination Ravi Kalia in his much acclaimed book, invocation of past religious contours in creating a
'Bhubaneswar: From Temple Town to a Capital City' secular space.
(Southern Illinois University Press, 31 December, On 30th September 1946, the Orissa
1995 )tried to visualize a secular space against the Legislative Assembly unanimously approved the
realities of 20th century modernity by creating a construction of Capital at Bhubaneswar. The site
planned and structured city, which is currently was approved by V.C. Mehta, the Chief Engineer
moving towards being a smart city altogether. and Planner, Kanpur Development Board on 21
'Bhubaneswar' is the second planned city of June, 1947. Dr. Otto H. Koninsberger (a German
Independent India. Debates about selection of a Jew who had migrated to England) then working
site for new capital for Odisha started in June, as Town planner for Mysore came to Cuttack on
1933 when the authorities in Britain decided to request of Mahatab to the Mysore Government on
constitute the separate province for Odisha. 18 February, 1948 by train and prepared the Master
Several places such as Cuttack, Puri, Choudwar, plan. He found the laterite soil of Bhubaneswar
Khurda, Rangeillunda were considered. Advantages bad for Agriculture but well draining and suitable
and disadvantages were discussed. But setting for building. The Government appointed Julias Vaz
aside all arguments, Harekrushna Mahatab who as Deputy Chief Architect who remained in service
formed the Congress Ministry in Odisha on 23rd until 1961. He designed the buildings for the
April, 1946 decided to establish the Capital of Assembly, Secretariat, Raj Bhavan, B.J.B College,
Odisha in 'Bhubaneswar' on historical and strategic Hospital, Rabindra Mandap Auditorium, Agriculture
grounds. and Veterinary College, etc. On 13 April, 1948 the
Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru laid the
Mahatab invoked history in justifying his
foundation stone to this Capital. The first session
decision to shift the capital to Bhubaneswar. He
of Orissa Legislative Assembly met at Bhubaneswar
stated in the Legislative Assembly as follows:
on 10 October 1949.
"...I would like to trace the history of
While preparing the design for the city the
Bhubaneswar…This edict (Asoka's edict at Dhauli),
Chief Architect Koninsberger and Deputy Chief
if the government is located there, I would
Architect Vaz and Indian counterpart realized the
certainly expect and sentiments also dictate to us
Hindu sensibility of Oriya leaders, but Ekamra
the message of good will, the message of service
Kshetra, the Old Bhubaneswar was not included in
to all governments to come and will penetrate
their imaginations. Thus the temple city of Ekamra
through ages - through the thousand years in the
was never organically fused with Bhubaneswar.
past to the coming centuries also communicating
the same desire for peace and the same….The But the predilections of Asoka and Kharavela about
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developing urban centres in places with potential on 'Mauryan Art' organised by Patna
for expansions proved true when Bhubaneswar is Museum at Patna between 8th and 10th
seen today as a city with secular spaces and December, 2000.
coexisting with the temple town of Bhubaneswar. 6. N.K. Bose, The Journal of the Bihar and
References Orissa Research Society, XV, 1929, p.259
7. Debala Mitra, op.cit.p.8
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Orissa: Re-interpreting Earlier Excavation
Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, 1981, p.181
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Quaternary Studies, Pune, 2007, pp. 67-73
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9. ibid, p.73
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Odisha State Archives Bhubaneswar, 2015,
11. ibid. p. 11
p.2.
12. Kedarnath Mohapatra (Ed.), Bhubaneswar
Dr. A.S. Altekar read a gold coin found at
Abhilekha, Bhubaneswar, 1998, p.62
Sisupalgarh which is assigned to 3rd
13. Harekrushna Mahatab's speech on the
century A.D.
motion regarding the location of the
5. J.K. Patnaik and S. Acharya, 2000. Early
Capital of the Province at Bhubaneswar,
Buddhist art in Kalinga: A Reappraisal,
OLA proceedings, Vol II, OSA, pp 963-967
Paper presented in the National Seminar
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CHANGING PERSPECTIVES IN
CHILD MENTAL HEALTH IN INDIA
Dr. Shekhar Seshadri
Prepared by Gauri Damle on behalf of the SAMVAD team
Healthy early childhood is a significant integrated approaches to responding to the mental
predictor of adult mental health. Left unattended, health and psychosocial care needs of vulnerable
early mental health issues such as developmental children.
disabilities, adverse childhood experiences, The shifting landscapes of child mental
emotional and behavioral problems lead to mental health in all the challenges that a professional
health issues such as personality disorders, need to address are taught in postgraduate
unstable interpersonal relationships, poor job programs. The focus needs to expands to other
performance and mental health disorders in spaces such as schools, child care institutions,
adulthood. courts, children and the illness context, other
Developed countries have established child protection spaces and of course clinical practice.
and adolescent psychiatry services. However, the Often it is observed that there is a gap
vast majority of the world's children live in the between Intent, Content and actual practice. For
developing countries like ours. Low- and Middle- any intervention to be effective, there must be a
Income countries, like India, due to lack of synergy between efforts made by different
resources, have to deal with shortage of trained stakeholders to address the issues. Child mental
mental health workers and paucity of standardized health is a shared responsibility, there is a need to
intervention modules and materials. Children in create a mechanism that will make such a synergy
general, due to age and developmental status are possible.
vulnerable to mental health problems. However,
Developing a transdisciplinary public health
children in difficult circumstances, namely street
model for child and adolescent mental healthcare
and working children, orphan and abandoned
in low- and middle-income countries is a feasible,
children and in child care institutions, children with
acceptable, and affordable approach for catering
disability, children infected/affected by HIV, have
to the mental health needs of children in India.
higher levels of protection risks, developmental
In response to this scenario, the Department
lags and mental health morbidities due to their
of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, National
experiences of socio-economic difficulties, illness,
Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences
violence and abuse, destitution/abandonment and
(NIMHANS), a tertiary-level mental healthcare
developmental challenges. Poverty, harmful social
institution, under the Ministry of Health and Family
and cultural norms particularly in gender and
Welfare, established a unique country-wide
sexuality contexts, marginalization of
initiative called SAMVAD (Support, Advocacy &
disadvantaged groups and civil strife add to the
Mental health interventions for children in
level of vulnerability.
Vulnerable circumstances And Distress). Supported
In the wake of these challenges, and given
by the Ministry of Women and Child Development
that child development and mental health concerns
(MoWCD), Government of India, SAMVAD is an
cut across a plethora of disciplines, sectors and
expanded and scaled up version of what was
services, public health models need to incorporate
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previously a community-based Child and SAMVAD embodies how a tertiary mental
Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) service project. healthcare facility, instead of confining itself to
A one-of-a kind initiative, it serves as a the care and treatment of a small sub-group of
resource for the country, to increase access to and clinical populations, can play a critical public health
availability of child and adolescent mental health role, integrating CAMH at grassroots and frontline
and protection support and services through the levels of child work, thereby expanding access to
use of integrated approaches to child well-being. quality CAMH support and services. It is an
Working in four verticals, Care & exemplar of a national model for child mental
Protection,Education, Mental Health and Law health, one that is replicable and adaptable in
&Policy, the SAMVAD model is unique in that it LMICs, where child mental health systems are often
employs transdisciplinary approaches, to enable weak or fragmented, through the convergence of
solutions to complex CAMH problems through multiple stakeholders-building safety nets and
dialogue and capacitation of stakeholders from social supports for vulnerable children, and when
multiple disciplines. SAMVAD undertakes research, necessary, enabling access to specialized CAMH
training and capacity building and related services, services.
using methodologies that draw upon mono- "Child Mental Health lies not in the
disciplinary expertise, whilst also amalgamating textbooks of psychiatry, But out there in the
the diverse viewpoints that characterize systemic community, In the streets, In Homes & Families…In
and sectoral priorities. Child Care Institutions & Schools… In books, Music
In line with transdisciplinary frameworks, & theatre…"
SAMVAD applies innovative teaching and learning Ramaswamy, S., Seshadri, S., & Bunders-
methods of participatory, creative and skill-based Aelen, J. (2022). Shifting landscapes of global child
pedagogies, to deliver innovations in CAMH mental health: Imperatives for transdisciplinary
awareness and capacitation. approaches. Asian journal of psychiatry, 69, 103002.
SAMVAD's essential training program focuses Ramaswamy, S., Sagar, J. V., & Seshadri, S.
on the fundamentals of child mental health and (2022). A transdisciplinary public health model for
protection work, that would be relevant to LMICs, child and adolescent mental healthcare in low-
namely: sensitization to children and childhood and middle-income countries. The Lancet Regional
experiences, application of child development Health-Southeast Asia, 100024.
concepts, identification of vulnerability and https://nimhanschildprotect.in/ (A
protection risks and contexts, communication and repository of materials for community work)
counselling techniques with children, provision of
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relevant child psychosocial and protection
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contexts.
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OF SERVING THE HOMELESS MENTALLY ILL:
"THE LIGHTS BETWEEN OCEANS"
"I HAVE SEEN YESTERDAY I KNOW TOMORROW"
Dr. Neelmadhav Rath
Ex-Director, MHI, COE, SCBMCH
State Advisor, Mental Health, Govt. of Odisha
First time I was meeting the sea at Puri, the She had twenty plastic empty bottles tied
ocean and the skies over oceans and its blue to her. Clothes were torn, dirty, so were her tanged
vastness. I was a five-year-old child not knowing locks of hair.' She was soaked with dirt, blood
of the waves at the sea. I fell with a thud of wave, semen thorns rashes, and smelled foul. Her eyes
had a taste of the brine-bitter and salty.Coming were bright with dried tears and mucous.Thumbs
from the bank of our village pond, a tank of an and nails studded to her body, and wires and rings.
eight hector the largest known water body. I tasted A wandering lady lunatic. I nick named `Mangla' as
the salt in water of the sea, almost vomited out. she roamed around Manglabagsquare in front of
I clung my new sponge chappals that were floating Manglabag police station amid jeers, laughter,
filthy jokes and filthier comments. She was preyed
away. I had started crying being afraid of the sea
upon by drunkards, goons, lump in elements
and its salty water. My father grabbed mefrom
maybeshe traded food for being easy meat never
sand and salt, and I was in tears.
knew what was happening to her when Samaritans
Why the sea water is salty. I had asked my
of Janani caught hold of her to bring her to
father then the sea water is salty for being filled thehospital of Mental Health Institute- volunteers
with human tears -my father told me. The man- of Janani guarding her.
kind had cried so much tears! I had a taste of my
Shopkeepers around obstructed, where are
tears too. At mission Ashra. I have always taste of
you taking her? To cannibalise her kidneys? Eyes?
these oceans of tears.
Police did come to help. She had bitten- jawed
After almost sixty years later, as a doctor and clawed a few. Subjugated, cleaned to undress
who does not retire and teacher wo refuses to to give a pair of new clothes-her bottles nails and
die, I have seen lights in form of my teachers, wires were cut apart.It was a ghastly sight. Her
men and women many institutions as lights. Lights uterusfell apart precedential covered with a white
and light housesin between oceans of tears, sheet she was rushed to Gynaecologyunit then
darkness, tsunamis and storms. I have always been manned by my friend the most eminent
by the side of these lights who are salvaging human gynaecologist of our country Prof. Purna Chandra
garbage, serving the homeless, mentally ill and Mohapatra of SCB, who volunteered to operate,
the most helpless. These have been bridges helped with all medicines and all needfulthat
between dismay and discovery that life can have saved her. A chronic schizophrenic. Treatment for
one more spark, can have hope and victory of the mental illness along with operation for the total
soul, the human spirit. prolapse of uterus -hysterectomydone to save her
started simultaneously. Kalinga Kalyan took over.
MY SOUL:
Janani of Kalinga Kalyan Shelter ManglaDeyBabu,
She was moving alone. no more Madam Kalpana. Madam Bharatiahave
Mangla.
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In DeyBabuf's farm, a self-sustained Odisha for twelve years, GobindaPattnaik and his
shelter,Mangala nowmanages orphan babies, team of Mission Ashra, People'sForum rescued her,
calves, rice fields, vegetable patches and other brought her to MHI. We did keep her, treated her
helpless inmates wherewild elephants roam, at cured her till she sang, danced celebrated Diwali,
times panthers howl and rarely peacocks' dance in went back to her native place, united to her
the background of SankarpurKothi, Damdamani parents.Thousands and hundred have stayed in
shrine, mountain ranges, foot hills and hillocks, Ashra, patients have come from Tiswa' Sambalpur,
springs and flowers. The Janani - As a Psychiatrist, Chennai, `Sneha' of Mumbai.
I call it my Soul. Dibyajyoti Babu, BuluBabu and most
MY FRIEND - Dealing directly with affectionate staff nurse superintendent pharmacist
wanderinglunatics started by patients brought by and worker all in one, Pratima taking over. Whether
Gobinda Pattanaik of People's Forum in the I wanted or not I have become a part of mission
background of super cyclone in 1999. Managing Ashra. l was there clapping when Gobindababu
them in to garages of SCB Hospital and its dark received prestigious lady Durgabai Deshmukh
lanes. I took help from Kalpana Madam of Sakha award from then President of India at Ashoka Hall
- Who provided food and managed them with of Presidential palace New Delhi. I was there when
medicines and injections. The real engagement Sheetal aliasGudia left mission Ashra with her
started in 2003 - when Manglaof Manglabag started husband and reunited with her son. I was there
it all - from calf love fleeting to companionate - when Adyasha, the 1st patient of mission
serious affair. Ashrabreathed her last at Head Quarters Hospital,
MY BODY - A mentally ill wandering unkempt Khurda, paralysed, yet rose to her feet from death
lady fully naked was in labour pain delivering baby to fall on feet of volunteers of Mission Ashra for
in OMP square and a hundred by standers started the first time talking, giving her thanks while
watching the free academic childbirth session in dying. No Psychotropic medicine work in
obstetrics till volunteers threw open a shawl. They psychosocial vacuum. The magnificent
helped in delivery, rescued and brought the atmosphere, the affectionate responsible
patient once more to labour room mother saved, missionary, zeal of People'sForums Mission Ashra
child saved taken care by Archana madam, as well as the Mother TeresaMissionaries of Charity
Rinimadam, Saila madam of Basundhara, Cuttack. dealing with mentally ill patients adjacent to
Aswasana of GhatiroutPatna a branch of boundary of Mission Ashra change, the resistant,
BasundharaCuttack was born - catering to the needs refractory wandering lunatics, homeless mentally
of homeless mentally ill women at Cuttack. ill the utmost change.
This is the best infrastructure of NGO Odisha. Mission Ashra team has the Midas touch to
In the riverine back drop across Choudwar to turn clay to human and humans to deities we call
Jagatpur, the Chief Architect Bhavani Mishra who God!
has a lot of contribution to MHI COE building of its As a Psychiatrist, the Mission Ashra is my
beautification has done a lot for BasundharaMental heart.
Health shelter. A School, a hostel, a shelter home The mentally ill are abed in hospital units,
conference hall, farmland and orchard spread to mostly in our Mental Health Institute some
around sixth acres. I call it my body, a body that deliberately some desperately, some are driven
harbours a psychiatrist - a mind that minds mind! away, some patient reaches us, we cannot, we
She was mute, tiedto pole in costal northern should nut refuse any one. Whether mentally ill
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or not patients in critical health conditions are contributed immensely for the destitute mentally
thrown in to mental health institute campus either ill.
through causalities, dealers of the dark nursing The Honorable Supreme court helps
homes and brothers not helping sisters, children Honorable Human Right Commission, the
not helping old parents, mothers, father abandon honorable state human rights commission, many
their wards and disappear mostly giving false legal bodies and district administrate police
address and names - in helplessness as we leave department medical patient Police and post and
unwanted babies in church/temple/orphanage Manglabag police station. All have helps us and
gates. our Mental Health Institute to take care of the
We do keep them as patients govt. provides homeless mentally ill at the mental health institute
and beyond in the community settings in NGO's.
only meals, we must cater to other essentials.
We are always grateful to thetm.
Many of them are aged, injured, drug addicts, some
of them are criminal's scot free, psychopaths So many road maps, so many plans and
disrupting ward environment. orders shine, and decay promises hardly kept or
pursued. We all have come a long way.My
One NGO with its volunteers serves
dearcompanies like the Sun the Intas thelnnova,
destitute and vigilant of negligence wards stink.
the psycho remedies of Contributing Medication,
The paid attendants do not have missionary zeal.
ensure, many of their officers Bunubabu,
They are just zoo keepers. We need angels at hell.
Sangrambabu, Kartikbabu, Deepak babu all have
Is has it volunteer Deepak babu, contributed along with me in my association with
AchutyaBabu in the campus, senior Ram babu mission Ashra on behalf of MHI.
withBuddhist zeal and calm vision help our patients Dr.Laxmidhar MishralAS, Rtd.,Ex special
and waters, gives life even to plants and animals rapporteur of NHRC on mental health Sri. Deepak
around. Sevak has a hundred odd old, young Sarangi, l-of NHRC. Dr.Mathur, Central Health
patients of dementia and ageing atChhatia - in Bodyk, Azadall have visited, contributed for the
presence of the Statue of Lord Buddha upcoming cause of such a A movement of servicing the
- the kind and compassionate one! homeless mentally ill- mission Ashra leads this
Many highest officials in administration have endeavor with a missionaryleal par excellence.
helped MHI COE in mental health Cuttack serve Basic needs India, the Banyan, the Sneha all have
the homeless been inspiration in our background.
mentally ill. As Municipal Health Secretary, I do identify with mission Ashra. I am a part
Anu Garg madam, Aarti Ahuja madam,Sujata of it for last sixteen years with body heart and
Kartikeyan madam, as Director,Rupa Mishra soul. The Ashra has been a light house of hope
dedication the light between oceans of tears. In a
madam, Pradeep Mohapatra Sir, Swaswat MishraSir,
way it is onesidedlove affair.Yours, only yours,
as CollectorSri S N Girish, Sri Niranjan Sahu, among
yours for ever -me- often. I feel without you
political great figures Sri PanchananKanungo,Sri
`Ashra' still feel a stranger to myself. Though my
PrasanaAcharya all have gone out of their ways to
fate has been changed over years. I shall always
help the organisations and our friends. The
be yours as a psychiatrist. I am the outsider, yet I
pediatricSurgeon Dr.PravasSubudhi, Dr.KedarBabu,
behave as the insider. The soul within me is your
Pediatrician ofSishuBhavan and Dr, R K Shukla,
soul. I have seen yesterday. I know tomorrow.
Dr.AshrumochanSahu, the psychiatrists, Dr,
I am - today.
JasobantaMohapatra the psychologist have
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Psychiatrists, take care of yourselves:
practice what you advise
Dr. Nilamadhab Kar
Consultant Psychiatrist and College Tutor
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, UK
It is well known that the rates of mental doctors, this is not adequately recognised and
illness in doctors are higher than those of the managed. The psychiatrists understand their
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general population and other professionals. own mental health concerns, however most of
Among doctors, psychiatrists are known to be a them do not go for any treatment. In general,
particularly high risk group. This has been doctors often find it difficult to admit illness
reported in many studies and surveys. In a clinic whether physical or mental. It is especially the
designated only for health professionals, a vast case for psychiatrists seeking care for their own
majority of psychiatrists attended for their mental mental illness. In a survey of psychiatrists, most
health problems (89%), addiction (8%) and 2% reported that they would be reluctant to disclose
4
for physical problems. The mental health their mental illness. These were possibly
problems that psychiatrists presented with were because of fear of stigma, shame, prejudice,
comparatively more complex than other fear of a permanent record, issue of
5
specialties. 1 confidentiality, or other reasons. There are also
There are multiple reasons for this. As a concerns about career or professional
group, psychiatrists suffer from high levels of implications, e.g. worry about impact of having
stress and also some of the highest levels of time off sick due to mental health problems,
job dissatisfaction. Patient complaints and threat detriment to career progression, regulator
from patients or caregivers are significant risk involvement, etc.
factors too, in many areas of clinical practice. There is probably another issue of ‘us’ and
Burnout has become extremely common among ‘them’ separating psychiatrists and patients who
doctors; in a survey 42% of psychiatrists and they are treating. This division often does not
mental health professionals reported burnout allow the clinicians to recognise that they may
2
stress. The concerns of stress in mental health also be having similar issues as their patients. 2
professionals are universal and reported in India This is a subject still pushed under the
too. Another interesting reason of increased carpet because of stigma, and general
3
mental illness in psychiatrists which has been discomfort in discussing with colleagues.
reported is that many who join mental health However at the same time, it is not only affecting
work are more likely to have suffered with mental the health and quality of life of the affected
health problems themselves. psychiatrists, but the quality of care they provide
Concerns to their patients.
Although psychiatrists have one of the Time for action
highest rates of psychiatric morbidity among Openness helps in dealing with stigma.
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Many doctors, including psychiatrists, are sharing treating colleagues and it may be preferable to
their mental health problems. They have been refer them elsewhere in certain circumstances.
praised as being ‘brave’ to ‘come out’ and admit Resilience
their mental illness. Similarly many
6
Most doctors do have higher resilience,
psychologists and psychotherapists have also
work in extremely stressful situation and
‘come out’ and made their mental health
manage stress well; however the risk factors
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struggles public. This is definitely helping to
are more frequent as well. Doctors as individuals
tackle the stigma associated with it. However
are vulnerable too to the usual stress and strain
many still feel the impact of stigma and do not
of life. Learning about one’s own factors of
seek professional help. Not doing anything about
resilience, and having a bountiful of them would
it is perpetuating the stigma; specifically
be helpful.
because psychiatrists have the means and
strengths to provide solutions to this problem. 8 Support systems
A consistent approach to destigmatise It is important to be aware about the
mental illness at all levels including that among increased risk of mental illness in doctors
clinicians should be a key focus. In this context, especially psychiatrists. Managing stress
it is important not to be judgemental about effectively, improving work-life balance, taking
colleagues who reveal about their mental health preventative approaches and to seek help early
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concern, but to help them professionally. are essential. The support systems and
Intervention comfortable work environments should be
While it is essential to be under the care available where professionals can seek help
of a clinician, not only for medication but also easily without hesitancy. It may be better to
for psychotherapeutic interventions, a survey check, if the institutions have facilities of
among psychiatrists reported that around 43% providing such psychological help to the
would consider self-medication for mild/ practicing clinicians.
moderate depression; 7% for severe depression;
Offering help to colleagues and psychiatric
and 15.7% reported that they have treated
trainees, checking their wellbeing regularly
5
themselves for depression. There is evidence
should be built into the work systems. There
that avoidance of appropriate help-seeking
can be wellbeing champions who can guide and
behaviour by doctors starts as early as medical
support colleagues in distress. Improving work
college and is linked to prevailing misperception
environment, where people are spending most
of mental health problem being viewed as a
of their active life, for oneself, colleagues and
form of weakness with implications for
patients, making it more comfortable is one such
subsequent successful career progression. 4
step.
It is also a fact that it is often difficult to
get appropriate service, within the same Psychiatrists are all aware of these issues,
it is important they take care of themselves,
organisation, because of various contributing
and practice what they advise!
factors. There are also some challenges of
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TO CURE TO CARE
Dr. Alok Jyoti Sahoo
Consultant Psychiatrist
Bhubaneswar
Healing is an unfulfilled potential in the fundamental right of
current healthcare system. Although illness is a the patient and
ritual that necessitates the social support of natural should be the main
networks and healers .The philosophy of medicine concern of the care-
has become a vibrant and complex intellectual giving team .The
landscape. In pursuing the interdependent aims available 'supportive
of caring and curing, medicine relies on concepts, measures' can comfort
theories, inferences and policies that are often the patient .Once again, the knowledge that
complicated and controversial. something can be done is of extremely important
Curing' implies a technical action that in for the mental well-being of the patient.The more
some way prolongs the life of the patient or important and fundamental question is namely:
improves some physical problem. 'Caring' implies what should be the ultimate goal of medicine and
the holistic process whereby the patient feels health care providers .The consideration of :not
comfortable by the treatment and relates more only curing, but also caring about patients who
to 'quality' than to 'quantity' of life.That caring have put their trust with compassionate angle .
makes a difference to the patient's sense of well Giving quality patient care can absolutely
-being. Caring may occur without curing but curing have an effect on health outcomes. It contributes
cannot occur without caring. It is with the hope to a more positive patient recovery experience
that we contribute to the cure or wellbeing of that and can improve the physical as well as the
patients. Most physicians consider 'curing' as the mental quality of life for people with chronic
most important aspect of their task, partly because ailments .Caring behaviors are actions concerned
they are well trained in the matter.In view of the with the well-being of a patient, such as sensitivity,
Hippocratic oath that physicians should act to comforting, attentive listening, honesty and non-
preserve the life of their patients, this leads to judgmental acceptance. Caring is strength, because
the comfortable position where the optimal it's the little things in life that often make all the
treatment is easy to choose. Regarding the 'social difference to others. Caring allows an individual
value' of the patients at hand, many would to connect with others, respecting human dignity
therefore advocate that the decision should be and responding with compassion. Actively listening
taken by the patient or close relative, after and being emotionally present, as well as
appropriate information on the different treatment providing support are important.
options and their expected outcomes . Providing care can be rewarding in many
A 'curing' approach can induce a feeling of ways: The satisfaction of knowing you have helped
being abandoned (nothing can be done) in the someone who needs you and that you have done
patient and a feeling of failure in the care giver. the best you could to improve their quality of life.
The 'caring' approach shifts the focus from Where care comes First,
'quantity' to 'quality' of life. As quality of life is a So changing LIVES with caring HEARTS.
subjective matter .The 'right of care' is a
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A KEY TO HAPPINESS: DEACTIVATING
THE DMN WITH MINDFULNESS
Dr. Rajesh Kumar Meher
Assistant Professor,
Department of Psychiatry, VIMSAR, Burla, Odisha
We often try hard to get engaged in activities has tremendous potential in activating the task
which enhance our mental and physical well being positive network and thereby deactivating the
such as aerobic exercise, vegetarian diet, yoga etc. DMN.
However, just after practising for a few days to Mindfulness
weeks, we revert back to our old usual self and
The human mind is an avid wanderer. In fact,
procrastinate. Have we ever pondered why is it so
in a study by Matt Killingworth, it was found that
difficult to continue with these practices which,
when we are awake our mind spends 47% of its
we know for sure, are beneficial to our overall
time in wandering and pondering. To activate the
well-being, both mental and physical?
task positive network we must practise to focus
Our brain is always running on an auto pilot on the present moment and stop our mind from
mode which makes our life efficient by helping us wandering. However, it is not an easy task and
in carrying out most of our day to day activities requires regular practice. Mindfulness meditation
without giving much attention and effort. This is one such practice which has proven benefit in
autopilot mode of our brain is carried out by a taming our wandering mind and bringing changes
network of neurons known as the default mode in our day to day life by enhancing our willpower
network which connects medial prefrontal cortex, and motivation.
posterior cingulate cortex and angular gyrus. It is
The technique of mindfulness
this network which resists any change to our daily
While practising mindfulness, a person
routine making it difficult to engage in activities
should sit comfortably in a quiet place and make
which are outside our usual schedule, ultimately
himself attentive of some events occurring at
leading to hesitation and procrastination.
present. Some techniques advise to focus the
Therefore, if we want to strengthen our will power
attention on the breath occurring naturally while
and want to engage in activities outside our routine
others teach to focus on the bodily sensations
schedule then we have to switch off this autopilot
from top to bottom (body scanning method). After
mode by deactivating the default mode network
some time, the mind inevitably starts wandering
by activating its nemesis: the task positive network.
and the attention is shifted from the present. At
The task positive network acts in an
the very moment when the person becomes aware
antagonistic manner to that of the default mode
that his mind has wandered away from the focused
network. Task positive network or TPN involves
event he should simply reorient his mind to the
such brain regions as dlPFC (dorsolateral prefrontal
present moment without giving any thought to it.
cortex), anterior cingulate cortex and insular
As many times as the mind shifts its attention
cortex. This network is activated when we focus
from the present, the practitioner must reorient
actively and attentively on an ongoing task. When
his attention to the present moment whenever
the task positive network is active it keeps the
he becomes aware of it. With practice, he gradually
activity of the default mode network at bay.
develops the ability to focus on the present and
Mindfulness meditation is such a practice which
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also the ability to prevent his mind from wandering imaginary untoward event in the future. These
away. With practice, he can focus his attention on emotionally loaded memories make us feel guilty,
the present moment for longer and longer periods anxious and unhappy. As soon as we start focusing
of time and also even at times when he is not on the present moment, our mind and body calm
even meditating. Mindfulness is not about blocking down and we feel more productive. Happy are
one's thoughts and causing the mind to go blank; those persons who live in the present forgetting
this is just not possible at all (our mind can never about their past and are not being worried about
go blank without any thoughts coming into it). the future.
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MY IPSOSB
My most beautiful Psychiatry family of teachers in 1974, when I joined
SCB Medical College, coming from Grant Medical College,Mumbai,was
so joyous, comprising of greats like Dr Parth Rao, Dr Bimbadhar Das,
Dr Sarojini Das, Dr Wodood, Dr Nibaran Mohanty, Dr Banalata Mohapatra
and my good friends Dr GC Kar, Dr Baikuntho Mishra, Dr Achin Kumar
Bardhan, Dr Sengupta, Dr Jyoti Mohapatra and joined later by Dr N M
Rath and Dr Tofan Pati.
I am happy to be associated with these greats and sad to miss many of
them today !
Regards,
Prof. Prakash Chandra Choudhury
Of late I decided to be a Psychiatrist. I was given the charge of
Registration 1989 ANCIPS, Cuttack during my 1st year PG days. So very
soon I was involved in IPS activities, also given the same charge in 1999
ANCIPS, Bhubaneswar.
Things were different in those days, very painstaking, without any
professional/technology developed as you all see nowadays, too difficult
with less Delegates even. Later on I avoided taking any post of office
bearer in IPSOSB but I was active in participating for society activities.
Recently our IPSOSB was awarded as best State Branch.
Personal conflicts may be there, let's be united and ignoring all those
we will march ahead.
Long Live IPSOSB.
Dr. K.C. Nayak, MD(Psy)
Cuttack.
Odisha State Branch of IPS has a special place for me; as the bond runs
deep, beyond the professional relationship, it’s more like an extended
family. Members share the common language Odia and the culture,
which is so relevant in clinical practice; along with many unique issues
that is relevant to Odisha. It is a great feeling to remain rooted in
IPSOSB.
Dr. Nilamadhab Kar
Consultant Psychiatrist and College Tutor
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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For me IPS OSB is an extended family having elders, contemporaries, and
youngers. Mutual respect, love affection is there along with truancies
also like in any family. l have been a part of this family since my post
graduate days. OSB IPS taught me leadership, fellow feelings, togetherness
and of course great academics. l feel happy and proud to be a part of it.
Dr. Tanmaini Das
The time since I have joined this discipline following the footsteps of
my mentor my life has been filled with new exciting experiences. I am
learning everyday and IPSOSB has been a guiding light throughout.
This society is a forum with an admixture of blessing and teachings
from my elders, hard working colleagues keeping the name of the
branch and all time enthusiastic juniors and trainees. IPSOSB has a
good academic culture, scientific temper and cooperativeness. It
provides opportunities to learn from seniors as well as juniors not only
academic knowledge but also remarkable virtues and principles. The
active cooperation among all members transpire an air of culture of
academics, good work culture and brotherhood. I feel honored to be
a part of this association.
Dr. Biswa Ranjan Mishra
Additional Professor of Psychiatry
AIIMS, Bhubaneswar
Odisha Psychiatric Society through the looking glass.
Odisha Psychiatric Society is one of the most diverse professional
societies I have encountered. To me, the society stands for unity in
diversity, finds agreement within disagreements, and believes in
collective decision making. Its’ an honor and privilege to be part of
this society and contribute towards successful conduct of ANCIPS2023.
Dr Suravi Patra
Additional Professor Psychiatry
AIIMS Bhubaneswar
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I LOVE MY IPSOSB
IPSOSB hamare Dil meinhain…..
Strength of IPSOSB is each member,
Strength of each member is IPSOSB.
Bande Utkal Janani.
Dr. Alok Jyoti Sahoo
Consultant Psychiatrist
Bhubaneswar
“Show me sane man, I will cure him for you.”—Carl Jung
My journey with PSYCHIATRY started in year 2017 as a quote, when I
was selected for PG trainee in Department of psychiatry at SCB MHI
COE, Cuttack. After this I used to know about IPSOSB & started attending
different academic meets like CME, workshops,conference and met
with some extraordinary personalities at IPSOSB. During last 6 year I
had gone through few ups and downs experiences related to IPSOSB.
At many aspects I got very wonderful and inevitable life experience
with IPSOSB but few jitterness also there.
“IPSOSB is not destination but the process,
It’s about how we do rather where we heading.”
Dr Deepak Kumar Rout
MBBS MD Psychiatry, SCB MCH, Cuttack
My first interaction with IPOSB was in december 2021 when I attended
the state conference at paradeep as a guest faculty from central institute
of psychiatry. From then I absolutely fell in love with IPOSB and I am
proud to be a part of IPOSB this year after moving to Odisha after 14
years because I think IPSOB is the absolute platform to quench my
academic thirst in psychiatry.
Dr Swayam Prava Baral
Assistant Professor, Psychiatry, SJMCH, Puri
The ever-changing scenarios all around the world, everywhere
Has manifested an evolving landscape of mental health care!
Information, education, communication – unraveling the myth!
Telepsychiatry - bridging the gap!
24*7 helpline - saving from the death trap!
Support of caregivers - herewith attached!!
Dr. Antara Kunwar
Final year post graduate trainee
Dept of Psychiatry, IMS & SUM HOSPITAL, BHUBANESWAR.
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IMAGING ODISHA
Kalinga is a kingdom described in the Mahabharata. King Ashoka of Mauryan dynasty conquered Kalinga in the
(Duryodhana married the daughter of Chitrangada, bloody Kalinga War in 261 BCE.
who was a Kalinga king)
The Kalinga War resulted in bloodshed and suffering near The rich Maritime history of Kalinga started much before 800
Daya river deeply affected King Ashoka. He turned into a BC. There is trading of the elements of their culture to the
pacifist and converted to Buddhism. people of Indo-China and throughout Maritime Southeast Asia.
"Hathigumpha" inscription of King Khravela at Udayagiri Hills Khandagiri Caves carved out for Jain monks during the reign
near Bhubaneswar during 1st century BCE of King Kharavela.
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IMAGING ODISHA
Khandagiri caves depicting figures of Jainism Mukteswar temple- Built during 966 CE by the Somavamshi
king Yayati I built the temple at Bhubaneswar
Barabati Fort is a 989 AD fort built by Marakata Keshari of Lingaraja temple - Largest temple in Bhubaneswar. Built by
Somavamshi (Keshari) dynasty in Cuttack the kings from the Somavamsi dynasty in11th century CE.
Jagannath Temple- Built by the Ganga dynasty king World Famous Rath Yatra At Puri
Anantavarman Chodaganga in the 12th century CE at Puri.
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Konark Sun Temple-Built by King Narasimhadeva-I of the Famous Konark Wheel is used in Government of India
Eastern Ganga dynasty during 1250 CE official symbol and in some currency notes of Indian rupees.
In Odisha Buddhism flourished from the 6th century BC to Udayagiri is the largest Buddhist complex in Odisha
16th century AD. Diamond Triangle is a collection of three
Buddhist sites of Ratnagiri, Udaygiri and Lalitgiri.
Dhauli known for “Dhauli Santi Stupa”, a peace pagoda
Lalitgiri- Budhist complex of stupas, ‘esoteric’ Buddha images monument which witnesses the great Kalinga War built by
and monasteries
Japan Budhha Sangha and Kalinga Nippon Budhha Sangha.
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IMAGING ODISHA
“Paika Rebellion” of 1817 odisha considered as the country’s Puri famous tourist place for Shree Jagannath Temple and
one of the “first war of Independence”. sea beach.
World famous Tarakasi - the silver filigree work from Famous Chandi medhas of Durga puja of Cuttack (the
Cuttack Millennium City)
Famous Chilika Lake a brackish water lagoon, largest
wintering ground for migratory birds on the Indian sub- Satapada famous tourist place for the Irrawaddy dolphins
continent
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Endangered Olive Ridley turtles has the largest mass Simlipal National Park a famous tiger reserve.
nesting site at Gahirmatha, Devi river mouth and Rushikulya
Bhitarkanika National Park famous for saltwater crocodile. “Odissi dance” major ancient Indian classical dance that
originated in the temples of Odisha
“Pattachitra” a famous traditional cloth-based scroll painting of
“Chandua” of Pipili an unique fabric art design
Odisha.
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IMAGING ODISHA
Historical records of the origin of the mouth- Odisha sets an exemplary way in the disaster
watering Odisha “Rasagola” dates back to at management.
least 800 years.
World cup hockey 2023 held at the Kalinga Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi
Stadium in Bhubaneswar and at the 20,000 River in Sambalpur is the longest earthen
seat Birsa Munda International Hockey dam in the world.
Stadium in Rourkela.
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Daringbadi is a hill station in Kandhmal district of , Widely known as
“Kashmir of Odisha” for its climatic similarity.
The Khandadhar Falls of Odisha, is the 9th highest waterfall in India
Odisha has the third highest percentage of tribal population in the country
with a rich and colourful culture.
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“Sand art” of Odisha, a unique type of art form is developed at Puri.
Now it spreads all over the world.
Nandankanan is the first zoo in India with a white tiger safari
Chhou dance of Odisha is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions
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