Paradip Port Hosts Week-Long Women’s Cultural Meet 2026

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In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Jagannath Lalit Kala Sansad (JLKS) in association with Paradip Port Authority (PPA) organized the Women’s Cultural Meet 2026 at Jayadev Sadan, Paradip. The week-long celebration highlights the creativity, cultural talent and achievements of women in the Paradip region.

The programme commenced with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony by P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, who attended the event as the Chief Guest. Senior officials, Heads of Departments and employees of Paradip Port Authority were also present and appreciated the initiative that recognizes and celebrates the contribution of women in society.

As part of the International Women’s Day celebration, a cake cutting ceremony was organized, symbolizing joy, unity and appreciation for women’s achievements. The evening also featured a Prize Distribution Ceremony for the winners of various competitions organized by the Paradip Ladies Club, encouraging participation and showcasing the talents of women from the port township.

The inaugural evening concluded with a cultural presentation of the play “Pratidhwani,” which captivated the audience with its powerful message and artistic performance.

The Women’s Cultural Meet 2026 will continue until 13 March 2026, featuring a series of cultural performances and programmes by different ladies’ clubs and local organizations of Paradip.

The initiative is being led by Capt. Alekha Charan Sahoo, President, JLKS, along with R. N. Mishra, Vice-President, JLKS, and Prasanta Moharana, Secretary, JLKS, with the aim of promoting art, culture and women’s empowerment in the community. The Jagannath Lalit Kala Sansad invites the public and media to be part of this vibrant celebration of womanhood, culture and creativity.

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