This multi faceted personality was born into a freedom fighter's family at Bargaon in Sambalpur district on the 2nd of September, 1940. He was elected to Lok Sabha thrice from Deogarh Parliamentary Constituency in 1984, 1991 and 1996. Also elected to Odisha Assembly twice in 1971 and 1974 from Sambalpur segment.
She was born into a literary family where education was of prime importance. She was the daughter of legendary poet and author Dr. Nilamadhab Panigrahi. She completed her BA, MA and MPHil. Despite getting married to Sriballav Panigrahi, who was then a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Odisha.
The Sriballav and Sunanda Panigrahi Foundation is a non-profit organisation established in memory of the esteemed couple Sriballav and Sunanda Panigrahi, both of whom dedicated their lives to public service, education, and the upliftment of the marginalised and deprived sections of society. The foundation aims to promote values and ideals that were close to their hearts, such as probity in public life, good governance, and the empowerment of marginalised communities, particularly through education.
Sunanda Panigrahi was born into a literary family where education was of prime importance. She was the daughter of legendary poet and author Dr. Nilamadhab Panigrahi. She completed her BA, MA and MPHil. Despite getting married to Sriballav Panigrahi, who was then a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Odisha, she chose to focus on her career. An Educationist, Writer and Poet, she wore many hats. Despite her deteriorating health she continued being the honorary principal of the Sri Aurobindo Inter College, Sambalpur.
The Sriballav Panigrahi Memorial Lecture is an annual event organised by the foundation to commemorate the life and work of Sriballav Panigrahi, a prominent Indian political figure who dedicated his life to public service and the upliftment of the underprivileged. The lecture series invites distinguished speakers from various fields, including politics, academia, and civil society, to share their insights on topics related to good governance, social justice, and the empowerment of marginalised communities.
In addition to the annual memorial lecture, the foundation also offers scholarships and mentoring sessions to deserving students from underprivileged backgrounds. These initiatives aim to provide financial assistance and guidance to talented individuals who may not have the means to pursue higher education or develop their skills.
The scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need, while the mentoring sessions are conducted by professionals and experts from various fields who volunteer their time and expertise to nurture the next generation of leaders and change-makers.
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