BHUBANESWAR: Thousands of people across Odisha participated in a massive "Heritage Run" on Sunday. This event took place on the fifth day of the "Odia Paksha" festival. The state government organized these runs to inspire people to protect and promote the rich history of the region. From professional athletes to young students, people from all walks of life joined the celebration. 
The group included athletes, students, and senior government officials. Many people with disabilities also joined the run, showing great spirit and energy. All participants took a special pledge to guard the state’s famous monuments and spread awareness about their importance. To honor their effort, the organizers gave medals and certificates to every runner at the finish line.
In Ganjam, the event took place in Berhampur. MLA K. Anil Kumar started the run at the Mahatma Gandhi Stadium. More than 500 people ran to Khallikote College and back to the stadium. The crowd included many women and intellectuals who wanted to show their support for Odia culture.
In Gajapati, MLA Rupesh Kumar Panigrahi led the event in Paralakhemundi. He encouraged the public to take pride in their local landmarks. Meanwhile, in Nabarangpur, MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi started the race for hundreds of school children. These events successfully brought communities together to celebrate their shared identity. By the end of the day, the "Heritage Run" proved that the people of Odisha are deeply committed to preserving their past for the future.
Capital City Leads the Way
In Bhubaneswar, the Sports and Youth Services Department organized a grand event. The run started at the ancient Mukteswar Temple and ended at the Rajarani Temple. A large crowd gathered early in the morning to participate.The group included athletes, students, and senior government officials. Many people with disabilities also joined the run, showing great spirit and energy. All participants took a special pledge to guard the state’s famous monuments and spread awareness about their importance. To honor their effort, the organizers gave medals and certificates to every runner at the finish line.
Districts Show Great Enthusiasm
The excitement spread far beyond the capital. In Kalahandi, the district administration held a run in Bhawanipatna. It started at the Maa Manikeswari Temple and finished at the Maa Manikeswari University. Additional District Magistrate Tanmay Kumar Darwan flagged off the event. Teachers, students, and members of local groups ran through the city streets together.In Ganjam, the event took place in Berhampur. MLA K. Anil Kumar started the run at the Mahatma Gandhi Stadium. More than 500 people ran to Khallikote College and back to the stadium. The crowd included many women and intellectuals who wanted to show their support for Odia culture.
Focus on Health and History
The district of Bhadrak also saw a large turnout. Collector Dillip Routray flagged off the run from his office. The participants marched toward the historic Gandhi Padia. Similarly, in Kendrapara, the run began at the Shyamagudia Indoor Stadium. The organizers highlighted two main goals: staying physically fit and respecting traditional heritage.In Gajapati, MLA Rupesh Kumar Panigrahi led the event in Paralakhemundi. He encouraged the public to take pride in their local landmarks. Meanwhile, in Nabarangpur, MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi started the race for hundreds of school children. These events successfully brought communities together to celebrate their shared identity. By the end of the day, the "Heritage Run" proved that the people of Odisha are deeply committed to preserving their past for the future.
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