History of Odisha

27ᵗʰ November, 1943 On this day, Utkal University was founded, beginning its journey in the Common Room of Ravenshaw College, Cuttack, with Dr. Pranakrusha Parija as its first Vice-Chancellor. #ThisDayThatYear

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Kindly take strict action for the ASI SITE (HARIPUR GARH, MAYURBHANJ). PEOPLE ARE USING THIS SITE FOR COMMERCIAL DANCE VIDEO SHOOT, REEL SHOOT. Requesting the respective department to take strict action. @ASIGoI @Culturedeptt @OdiaHistory instagram.com/reel/DUN5n8FE8…

28ᵗʰ January, 1948 All India Radio Cuttack was founded at Madhupur Kothi, with its transmitter at the iconic Barabati Fort. Echoes of heritage carried on air. #ThisDayThatYear

27ᵗʰ January, 1933 Gopabandhu Choudhury & Rama Devi began their historic foot journey from Bari, Jajpur. The first land donation came from Ramachandrapur — igniting a movement of selfless service & community upliftment. #ThisDayThatYear

26ᵗʰ January, 1905 The Office of Special Assistant Agent, Baliguda, serving as ex-officer Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)of Kondhmal subdivision (Ganjam district), was transferred to Phulbani.#ThisDayThatYear

24ᵗʰ January,1937 Braja Sundara Das indeed took oath as a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, filling the vacancy left by the resignation of R.N. Bhanja Deo, the Raja of Kanika, who had originally elected from the East Orissa Landholders’ constituency.#ThisDayThatYear

23rd January, 1941 At Nuagaon, a meeting opposed the British war efforts. Freedom fighter Parameswar Jena was arrested and sentenced to two months’ rigorous imprisonment. He was released on 3rd April.#ThisDayThatYear

22nd January, 1948 Crowds gathered at Puri demanding the return of Sareikala Kharasuan from Bihar to Odisha. In the clash, a sergeant major fired in self‑defense — tragically, Bengapania, a young boy, was killed.#ThisDayThatYear

16ᵗʰ January, 1941 Subhas Chandra Bose dramatically escaped from house arrest in Calcutta. Disguised as a Pathan, he vanished into the night, defying British surveillance. #ThisDayThatYear

15ᵗʰ January, 1939 The Raja of Hindol proclaimed at Rasol—granting civil and political rights, and affirming the people’s voice in administration. A step toward shared governance and dignity.#ThisDayThatYear

8ᵗʰ January 1944 Chintamani Mishra — freedom fighter & District Board Member — later joined Govt. service as Assistant Publicity Officer. On his recommendation, the Govt. began publishing Utkal Prasanga & Odisha Review as its official mouthpieces. #ThisDayThatYear

5th January, 1948 Major General R.L. Bezelgette, Political Agent of Eastern States Agency, was killed in mob violence in Ranpur. In retaliation, Prajamandal activist Arjun Rout fell to police bullets. #ThisDayThatYear

4th January, 1905 The 49th Indian Science Congress was held at Cuttack—for the first time in Odisha. 🇮🇳 Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated the session, marking a milestone in India’s scientific journey. #ThisDayThatYear

3rd January, 1962 Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru visited Odisha. At the proposed port of Paradeep, he declared: “Willed by the people, I commend you to this yet another national adventure. #ThisDayThatYear

2nd January, 1964 The first part of Sankhipta Odiya Janakos (Odia Encyclopedia) was published, with Dr. Mayadhar Mansingh as Chief Editor. The second part followed on 1st October—a milestone in Odia literary heritage.#ThisDayThatYear

31st December, 1857 Madho Singh, Zamindar of Ghens in Sambalpur, rose against British rule. A spark of resistance in India’s freedom struggle. #ThisDayThatYear

28ᵗʰ December, 1910 the Brahmana Samiti Mess was established at Puri by Muktiar Ram Chandra Das, M.M. Sadasiv Mishra & Biswanath Mohapatra Nayaratna at Daitapara Sahi. Registered in 1911, it became a landmark of community and tradition. #ThisDayThatYear

27ᵗʰ December, 1920 The 15ᵗʰ Session of Utkal Sammilani was held at Puri under the presidentship of Chandra Sekhar Behera. A proud moment in the journey of Odia unity and cultural awakening. #ThisDayThatYear

26ᵗʰ December, 1900 Lord Curzon, Governor-General & Viceroy of India, visited Puri, Bhubaneswar & Cuttack — the first Viceroy to set foot in Odisha. #ThisDayThatYear

25ᵗʰ December Professor Bipin Bihari Ray was born on this day in Patakura, Cuttack district. A distinguished essayist, his notable work Prabandha Sopan was published in 1937.#ThisDayThatYear

24ᵗʰ December, 1864 Bagmi Biswanath Kar was born in the village of Mulabasanta in Cuttack district. He established and edited Utkal Sahitya and was a pioneer of literary awareness. #ThisDayThatYear