Bhubaneswar: Odisha Discoms, a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, honored the winners of the second edition of the ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha 2.0’ photography contest at a grand ceremony in Bhubaneswar.
The contest, which centered around the theme ‘Cultural Heritage of Odisha,’ received an overwhelming 5,000 entries from photography enthusiasts across the state. The winning entries, showcasing Odisha’s rich cultural, natural, and architectural legacy, will be featured in the Odisha Discoms 2025 Calendar.
The event was graced by Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, as the Chief Guest. He was joined by Sanjay Banga, President-T&D, Tata Power, and the CEOs of Odisha Discoms – Arvind Singh (TPCODL), Dwijadas Basak (TPNODL), and Amit Garg (TPSODL), along with other senior dignitaries.
A total of 13 winners were felicitated, each receiving a cash prize of ₹15,000 and the honor of having their photographs featured in the annual calendar. The winners’ work beautifully captured the essence of Odisha’s festivals, architecture, landscapes, and cultural traditions.
Speaking at the event, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo lauded the initiative, stating,“Odisha’s cultural heritage is a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes and vibrant traditions. I commend Tata Power for providing a platform that showcases local talent while highlighting the beauty of our state. Congratulations to all the winners for their exceptional contributions.”
Sanjay Banga, President-T&D, Tata Power, emphasized Tata Power’s broader commitment to Odisha, saying, “At Tata Power, we believe in going beyond delivering reliable electricity. We are committed to fostering growth, preserving heritage, and empowering communities. The ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha’ initiative reflects our admiration for the state’s unique identity, and we are proud to continue this journey with the people of Odisha.”
The 13 winners, whose stunning photographs will feature in the Odisha Discoms 2025 Calendar, include:
| Month | Winner |
|---|---|
| Cover Page | Abhishek Panda |
| January | Abinash Tripathy |
| February | Sheetal Kumari |
| March | Anita Parida |
| April | Ajit Padhi |
| May | Ruchismita Jena |
| June | Saswat Rautaray |
| July | Saswat Subhadarshee |
| August | Aniket Nandi |
| September | Satyakam Parida |
| October | Saurabh Pandey |
| November | Mihir Kumar Sahoo |
| December | Sambit Kumar Sahoo |
Through the ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha’ photography contest, Tata Power and Odisha Discoms reaffirm their dedication to celebrating and preserving Odisha’s cultural and natural heritage, while instilling a sense of pride in the local community.
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