The nineteenth century brought with itself a new surge of agitation in the state of Odisha when the Odia language was overpowered and neglected. At that time, the territory of Odisha extended from the long stretches of Ganga to Godavari but as ages passed, it succumbed to disintegration. The downfall […]
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The world of Odia literature has always fascinated its readers. Be it mythological, fictional, novels or short stories and poems, the gems of Odisha have thrived their dedication completely into the literature. Talking about Odisha after independence, a few have emerged as the jewels of Odia literature and have taken […]
Indian literature, moreover, Odia literature consists of a few female lead writers who established themselves. Pratibha Ray is one such a name. On the base of soulful literature, she is the creator of ever living literature. Her writings comprises of various genres showcasing the human nature, conflict and well versed […]
Ramachandra Mangaraj, Champa, Bhagia and Saria are such characters who can never be erased from the mind of a Odia novel reader. A criticized narration by Fakir Mohan about the cruel and torturing nature of the feudal land lords during the colonial period, Chha Maana Atha Guntha (Six Acres and […]
Literature is ever lasting and the creators of it are ever living. Time flows but the colours of a true artist never fades away. Meanwhile life is a course of tales we experience every moment. Everyone of us has a keen of reading stories. Lovers of literature are many but […]
English Translation I adore Thee, O Mother Utkala! How loving are thy smile and voice! O Mother! Mother! Mother! Bath’d art Thou by the sacred Sea, Thy shores adorned with trees tall and green, Balmy breeze blowing by beauteous streams, O Mother! Mother! Mother! Thy body bedecked with dense woodlands, […]
The language of Odisha that we call Odia has a long history and a rich legacy, spreading far and wide with the boundaries of Kalinga. Any study of Odia literature is therefore going to be a daunting task filling thousands of pages. This article is not meant to be an […]
