- The Odisha state Cabinet has approved the proposal to give state anthem status to 'Bande Utkala Janani'. And, the 14th Chief Minister of Odisha Shri Naveen Patnaik has adopted the anthem status through video conferencing.
- Bande Utkala Janani,
- It is an Odia patriotic poem, which is written by Laxmikanta Mohapatra. The song reflects the glory and natural beauty of Odisha.
- This song was first sung at the Utkal Sammilani's Conference at Balasore in 1912, This song was used as a weapon by the Utkal Sammilani to emancipate Odisha.
- About Odisha State,
- Capital - Bhubaneswar.
- Governor - Ganeshi Lal.
- Chief Justice - Mohammad Rafiq.
Published On : 12 Jun 2020
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