Children’s Day: Saipriya Welfare Trust Organizes Debate Competition at Barijhola School
Dr.Badal Tah,Odishabart
Rayagada, November 11: To foster intellectual growth, build self-confidence, and unlock latent talent among young learners, the Rayagada-based Saipriya Welfare Trust hosted an inter-school debate competition on the eve of Children’s Day at the Government Upper Primary School, Barijhola.
The session was presided over by Trust President Nanda Kishor Choudhury. Social worker Bidulata Huika and retired Headmaster Jagadish Chandra Dora graced the occasion as guests of honour. Addressing the gathering, the speakers highlighted Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s profound affection for children, describing youth as the nation’s future architects. They urged parents and community members to invest actively in foundational education, healthcare, and ethical grounding. Instilling core values such as truthfulness, humility, integrity, and discipline, they noted, is essential to shaping a conscientious society.
The competition saw spirited participation across two segments: Junior Division: Kabita Kandagari (Class 4) claimed first prize, followed by Sariyu Huika (Class 3) in second place, and Dhaneswari Huika (Class 4) in third.Senior Division: Shalina Huika (Class 5) secured the top spot, while Madhusmita Kandagari (Class 8) finished as the runner-up. Vinimarani Kadraka (Class 5) and Sasirekha Mahanandia (Class 5) shared the third position. The winners were awarded prizes and certificates by the visiting dignitaries on behalf of the Trust.
The event was coordinated and moderated by Trust Secretary Dayananda Khadanga, alongside trust members T.N. Rao, P. Sumanta Kumar, and Gitarani Mishra. Headmaster Pramod Kumar Panigrahi, teacher Rajesh Kumar Jeri, and faculty members A. Aruna and G. Chandana Gouri were also in attendance.
