‘Pratiphlan media
Bhubaneswar-Prasad Rao: At the weekly ‘Mukta Kalam”s 29th anniversary event on Sunday at Buddha Temple (Unit 3), guests urged preserving journalism’s transparency amid challenges. Editor Jnan Ranjan Das read the editorial; Bishwabani editor Arjun Muduli presided.Chief guest Padma Shri Dr. Devi Prasanna Pattnaik blessed the occasion, calling for enriching Odia culture. Former Income Tax Commissioner Sarat Das, ex-Minister Arvind Dhali, Dr. Suniti Mund, and journalist Sanat Mishra emphasized impartiality despite government ad controls threatening survival. They advocated collective action for journalists’ rights and a supportive environment free from state interference.Muduli praised Das for 28 years of resilience and wished the paper longevity. The annual issue was released, and 22 achievers honored, including Pavitra Kumar Swain, Girija Nandini Pati, and others. Program featured Jagannath bhajans, Odissi dance, and speeches highlighting Odisha journalists’ struggles.
