Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai Attends Utkal Diwas and Annual Cultural Meet in Raigarh
Raipur (thestates.news) | Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai attended the ‘Utkal Diwas and Annual Cultural Gathering’ organised by the Utkal Sanskritik Seva Samiti at Baba Priyadarshi Ram Auditorium in Raigarh on April 1.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said he had not come as a guest but “as a member of his extended family,” highlighting his long-standing association with the people of Raigarh. He recalled receiving their continuous support during his 20-year tenure as a Member of Parliament and expressed gratitude for the enduring affection.
Highlighting the deep-rooted cultural ties between Odisha and Chhattisgarh, he described their relationship as one of “shared heritage and emotional unity”. He noted that from Kunkuri in Jashpur to the border regions, a large population speaks Odia. Traditions such as Mahaprasad in Devbhog-Gariaband and Rath Yatra celebrations across the state reflect this cultural integration.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister released the community magazine Suvidha, which documents the society’s traditions, achievements, and contact details. He also announced financial assistance of Rs. 5 lakh for organising the Jagannath Rath Yatra.
