Chapter events

Over 45 days of planning and preparation, along with 5 to 6 dedicated practice sessions, brought each cultural performance to life—each one more vibrant than the last.

The event began on a spiritual note with devotional chanting and a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, led by our esteemed chief guest, office bearers and visiting parents from India.

We were treated to mesmerizing dance performances by the three Odissi teams, the Ollywood dhamaka ladies dance team and the spirited Rangeela Odisha kids’ group. The soulful singing from both the adult Song groups and the talented kids’ group would be remembered and rewatched when the videos come out. A special moment came with the kids’ fashion segment, which paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Uttam Mohanty. We even had a segment to felicitate the NDF participants and promote OSA membership.

The event’s highlights included the show-stopping Opening Act and the grand finale fashion walk—both of which left a lasting impression on the audience.

Behind the scenes, an incredible amount of coordination went into ensuring everything ran smoothly—both before and during the event. The synergy between the backstage team and the tech team was commendable. The backstage team efficiently managed participant lineups and seamlessly handled the kids’ certificate distribution, while the tech team ensured that all audio-visual elements—from MP3s and MP4s to backdrops—were executed with perfect timing.

The emceeing brought energy and entertainment to the program. It was like an event within an event. The opening surprise segment had everyone on the edge of their seats. The new friend’s introduction was done in an innovative way to keep the audience engaged.

A special highlight was the guest singers’ performance, which truly added a “feather in the cap.” The audience was so engaged; they didn’t want it to end. All in all, the cultural show was a class act—an event to remember. Our incredible food team put in a ton of effort behind the scenes to ensure everyone was served the best of the best. Huge shoutout to the entire team — each one played a key role in making the Utkala Dibasa feast a platinum success.

The registration team worked tirelessly following up with attendees and making sure payments were completed on time. Thanks to their dedication, we had over 270 attendees, with more than 95% paying registration fees well in advance!

The decor team brought a whole new vibe to the event — from stunning backdrops to introducing unique props for the first time. Their creativity and hard work truly transformed the space and brought the festive spirit alive.

Tons of beautiful moments were captured in photos, official videos — to relive all the highlights of the event!

A big thank you to our Hospitality team. Our guest singers appreciated the warm hospitality shown throughout their visit.

And finally, heartfelt gratitude to our amazing team of leads, volunteers, and participants, all the volunteers and our wonderful community for making Utkala Dibasa 2025 a truly grand success!