Inauguration of ‘Shiksha Setu’ at The Pharmaceutical College Barpali

The Pharmaceutical College Barpali recently hosted the inspiring inauguration ceremony of ‘Shiksha Setu’—an initiative designed to bridge education with societal values and support meritorious students facing financial adversity in continuing their professional studies.

• Distinguished Guests: The event featured notable figures including Tanaya Pattnaik (Editor, Sambad), Chandrasekhar Hota (Secretary, Odisha Sahitya Akademi), Rajesh Agarwal, Motilal Agarwal, and Kishore Dafadar, who emphasized that education should cultivate character, social responsibility, and creativity alongside academic knowledge.

• Core Objective: The initiative specifically appeals for community support to assist brilliant students enrolled in professional courses like MBBS who are at risk of dropping out due to financial constraints, helping safeguard their dreams of becoming doctors.

• Leadership & Participation: Spearheaded by Convener Narendra Kumar Hota and the Chairman of Pharmaceutical College Barpali, the event saw active participation from faculty members, staff, and students representing Pharmaceutical College Barpali, Rajib Lochan Hota College of Pharmacy, Maa Samaleswari Institute of Arts and Science Higher Institute of Technology, and Jai Hind English Medium School.