He is fondly known as
Nanda Mastre, and he has been a teacher for no less than seven decades. This is the story of Nanda Prusty from Odisha, who was recently awarded the
Padma Shri. At 102 years, this is no easy feat. I am delighted at being chosen for the Padma Shri award. I did not know about it till a few reporters of some vernacular dailies told me about the honour. I had never imagined that the award will be bestowed on me, Nanda told The New Indian Express.
Nanda hails from Jajpur district of Odisha, and starts his classes at the break of dawn. Through the tradition of
Republic Day 2021: Six from Odisha to receive prestigious Padma awards today
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Updated: Tuesday, January 26, 2021, 9:21 [IST]
New Delhi, Jan 26: As many as six personalities from Odisha is all set to receive Padma awards for their notable contributions towards the welfare of society. Sculptor Sudarshan Sahoo is also one among the the six to receive the award for his contribution to the field of art.
Five others from the state to receive the Padma Shri include Shanti Devi (social work), Purnamasi Jani (art), Rajat Kumar Kar (literature and education), Nanda Prusty (literature and education) and Dr Krishna Mohan Pathi (medicine). I dedicate this award to the people of Odisha. I had never expected that I would receive the award at the age of 83. I am thankful to the Centre and the state government, said sculptor Sudarshan Sahoo.
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BHUBANESWAR: Noted sculptor Sudarshan Sahoo has been selected for Padma Vibhushan award 2021, for his exceptional and distinguished service in the field of art. Five other eminent persons from Odisha have been selected for Padma Shri awards. The Centre announced Padm Awards- the highest civilian awards of India on Monday.
Thanking the government for the recognition 83-year-old Sahu said, “I am dedicating this award to Lord Jagannath and the people of Odisha. At the last leg of my life I cannot expect anything more than this honour. I am humbled and grateful to the government for this recognition, which will certainly help in motivating many talented artists, who are quitting this traditional work.” Expressing concern over the preservation and protection of monuments in the state, Sahoo urged the state government to take steps for the protection and promotion of art and culture in the state.