Kotpad,Oct 19 [UDN}:A carrom competition organised in memory of late Rajendra Prasad Nayak, a senior Congress leader and prominent advocate from Kotpad, concluded at the historic Gopabandhu Library in Kotpad town on October 16. The event celebrated the legacy of the late leader while promoting sportsmanship, social unity and the development of young sporting talent in the region.
The competition was organised under the supervision of Dr Ganesh Chandra Panda, president of Gopabandhu Library and the Kotpad Chamber of Commerce. The event brought together sports enthusiasts, intellectuals, distinguished citizens and members of the local community to pay tribute to the contributions and memory of late Rajendra Prasad Nayak.
A prize distribution ceremony was organised to mark the conclusion of the competition. Senior Kotpad Congress leader, former Assembly candidate and Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) secretary Anam Dian attended the programme as the chief guest. Kotpad Municipal Council Chairperson M. Shankar Rao and Mani Prasad Patnaik, president of the Kotpad Bar Association and Kotpad Town Congress Committee, were also present on the occasion.
The distinguished guests congratulated the participants and distributed prizes to the winners in recognition of their performance and achievements in the competition. The programme provided an opportunity for participants and community members to come together and celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship while honouring the memory of a respected public figure.
In a significant announcement during the event, OPCC secretary Anam Dian declared that he would donate a carrom board to Gopabandhu Library. His announcement was welcomed as a positive step towards strengthening the library’s sporting facilities and encouraging young people to participate in recreational and competitive activities.
The proposed donation is expected to support the library’s efforts to promote indoor sports and provide enthusiasts with better opportunities to practise and develop their skills. Community members expressed their gratitude to Anam Dian for his support and commitment to encouraging sports and nurturing young talent.
Several prominent citizens, intellectuals and sports lovers from Kotpad attended the programme and appreciated the initiative. Their participation reflected the importance of community institutions such as Gopabandhu Library in promoting cultural activities, sports and social engagement.
The carrom competition was organised as a mark of respect for late Rajendra Prasad Nayak, whose association with public life and the legal profession made him a respected figure in Kotpad. By bringing people together through sports, the event sought to preserve his memory while encouraging a spirit of cooperation and healthy competition among participants.
The successful conclusion of the competition highlighted the role of local libraries and community organisations in providing platforms for recreational activities and the development of sporting talent. The programme also demonstrated how memorial events can serve a broader social purpose by encouraging participation, strengthening community bonds and inspiring the younger generation.
The organisers and participants paid their heartfelt tributes to late Rajendra Prasad Nayak, remembering him with respect and gratitude. The event concluded with a renewed emphasis on promoting sports, supporting young talent and preserving the legacy of distinguished personalities who contributed to the community.
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