Bhuba neswar, Jan. 8 -- Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu today said that culture truly flourishes when it engages with real human concerns such as social harmony, environmental sustainability, dignity of labour and inclusive growth.
He was addressing the valedictory ceremony of the 27th Foundation Day of the Utkal University of Culture here.
Expressing pleasure at attending the occasion, Naidu said Odisha occupies a unique place in India's civilisational narrative, where culture has always been regarded as a living force shaping collective life. From rituals and customs to architecture, literature, music, dance and craftsmanship, he said, culture in Odisha permeates everyday life.
In this context, he noted, it was fitting that the...