– Aarti Dance troupe of Udsu village bags the Championship Trophy
Thirty dance troupes from different villages of Bisra Block enthusiastically participated in the zonal level competition of Synergy Lok Sanskrutik Mahotsav, organised by the CSR Department of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) at Tulsi Kani village on 29th November .
Mr. Atish Sarkar, CGM (Quality), RSP graced the concluding function as the Chief Guest while Dr. P K Sahoo, GM In-charge (HR- Non-Works – CF) was the Guest of Honour of the function. Also present on the occasion were Ms. Munmun Mittra, GM (CSR), Mr. Bivabasy Mallik, GM (CSR), Mr. T.B.Toppo, AGM (CSR), Mr. A N Pati, AGM (CSR), other Officials of CSR, SHG Group members and village elders.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sarkar congratulated the winners as well as the participants and praised the rich cultural heritage of the region. He lauded the efforts of CSR department of RSP in promoting and preserving the culture.
The dignitaries presented the first, second and third prizes to the winners of the dance competitions.
Aarti Dance Troupe of Udsu village emerged as Champion of the Bisra Block dance festival and won cash award of Rs. 10,000/- and the Champion trophy. Sanchita Dance troupe of Udsu village, bagged the second prize that consisted of a cash award of Rs. 8,000/- and a trophy. The third prize carrying a cash prize of Rs. 6,000/- and a trophy was presented to the Laxmi dance troupe from Sarubahal village. The judges were also felicitated on the occasion. Consolation prizes of Rs. 2,500/- were also given to each of the remaining participating troupes.
The event was organised by the CSR Department of RSP with the support of Susena Self Help Group of Tulsikani village.
Ms. Munmun Mittra welcomed the gathering while Mr. T B Toppo proposed a formal vote of thanks. Mr. B Ekka, Senior Field Assistant (CSR) anchored the event. The event was facilitated by the CSR team of RSP. A large number of villagers from neighbouring areas enjoyed the dance extravaganza.
