Odisha: Delegates of Gen Next Democracy Network meet CM

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik interacted with the delegates of Gen Next Democracy Network programme organized today by the Indian Council of Cultural Relations. They are on a 10-day visit to India and are now in Odisha.

Welcoming the guests to Odisha, Chief Minister Patnaik spoke about the fascinating art, architecture, culture and heritage of the State, its natural bounties and the transformation that is taking place for the last several years. He expected that the members will have a nice learning experience about Odisha and its culture and development.

Members from eight countries namely Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Croatia, Guyana, Mongolia, Portugal and South Africa met the Chief Minister at the convention centre in Lok Seva Bhawan. The ICCR is organising the programme to commemorate 75 years of Independence and members from 75 countries are coming to India, a source said.

Odia Language, Literature & Culture department Additional Chief Secretary Satyabrata Sahu said that the delegates visited Konark, Harirajpur, State Museum, Maritime Museum and State Assembly to learn about Odisha and the democratic system.

The delegates appreciated the art and culture of Odisha and the strides made in the development front in the State under the leadership of the Chief Minister.

Secretary to CM (5T) VK Pandian and other senior officers of the state government were present.