Ekmra Pratibha Samman Celebrated by Happy Moments of India at Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, 2 December 2025:
The prestigious Ekmra Pratibha Samman was celebrated with great enthusiasm and emotional depth at Gita Govinda Sadan, Jayadev Bhavan, under the distinguished chairmanship of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Panda. The event, organized by Happy Moments of India, brought together eminent personalities, cultural thinkers, social contributors, and awardees for an inspiring evening of honour, remembrance, and collective positivity.
Dr. Panda, speaking on behalf of Happy Moments of India, warmly welcomed all guests, dignitaries, participants, and award recipients. In his opening remarks, he described the ceremony as a rare confluence of celebration and heartfelt tribute.
He highlighted two key purposes of the gathering:
1. To honour distinguished individuals with the Ekmra Pratibha Samman
2. To hold a condolence meeting in memory of the revered poet, politician, and social reformer Shri Shankar Parida
Elaborating on the organisation’s mission, Dr. Panda described Happy Moments of India as a national movement promoting happiness, kindness, emotional wellness, moral values, spiritual upliftment, and especially encouraging positive transformation among children and youth.
He outlined several initiatives—including happiness sharing, emotional wellness workshops, kindness missions, cultural programmes, motivational talks, school-level activities, and community service—aimed at nurturing a compassionate and joyful society.
“Today’s awardees truly reflect the spirit of our mission,” he said, urging everyone to uphold the ideals of late Shri Shankar Parida, whose life continues to inspire social harmony and service.
Distinguished Guests Share Their Insights
Several eminent guests enriched the ceremony with their thoughtful speeches:
• Padma Shri Debi Prasanna Pattnaik, renowned scholar and devotee of Lord Jagannath, offered deep spiritual insights and personal reflections on Jagannath culture.
• Padma Shri Shyama Mani Das delivered an enlightening discourse on Odissi Sangita, emphasising its purity and cultural significance.
• MLA Ananta Narayan Jena appreciated the impactful activities of Happy Moments of India and praised its role in spreading positivity across communities.
• Shri Pitabasa Mishra presented an in-depth, emotional reflection on the life, ideology, and contributions of late Shri Shankar Parida.
• Mrs. Kanan Bala Nayak captivated the audience with her thoughtful speech on happiness, environment, and stress-free living, drawing admiration from all.
Addressing the assembly, Shri Lokanath Mishra conveyed a spiritually uplifting message:
“Happy Moments are the Best Investment When Shared.”
He also spoke about the nature of spiritual happiness, highlighting how inner joy expands when distributed among others.
Message of the Day:
“ସୁଖ ବଣ୍ଟନ୍ତୁ, ସୁଖ ବଢ଼ାନ୍ତୁ”
Share Happiness. Spread Happiness.
All the speakers collectively reinforced that happiness grows only when shared. The programme explained that Happy Moments are found not only in grand events but also in the small joys of everyday life:
• A child’s success in examinations
• Getting a job, a wedding, or the birth of a child
• A mother’s home-cooked meal
• A friend’s warm smile
• A beautiful sunrise
• Discovering forgotten money in a pocket
These simple experiences uplift the heart, energize the mind, and strengthen emotional resilience.
Why Happiness Matters
Speakers highlighted the emotional and social importance of happiness:
• Happiness inspires hope during difficult times
• Shared happiness deepens friendships and relationships
Spiritual Teachings That Inspire Happiness Sharing
The event reflected upon timeless teachings from Indian spiritual traditions:
🟣 Lord Jagannath
Mahaprasad is shared equally with all, symbolizing universal inclusiveness.
Rath Yatra teaches: Happiness is for everyone.
🟡 Lord Rama
Despite hardships, he never caused suffering to others.
His life conveys: Live for the happiness of others.
🔵 Lord Krishna
Like the sweet melody of his flute, a smile or kind word fills hearts with joy.
His Gita teachings transformed Arjuna’s sorrow into clarity and courage.
🟢 Mahaprabhu Sri Chaitanya
Through “Haribol” and “Hare Krishna,” he spread the message of love, joy, and divine unity.
🟢 Hare Krishna Movement / ISKCON
The Mahamantra purifies the mind and fosters global harmony through devotion and service.
Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur, born in Puri, preached that devotion is every soul’s right.
His disciple, Srila Prabhupada, spread spiritual joy worldwide through ISKCON.
Practical Ways to Share Happiness
Happy Moments of India encouraged simple, daily acts that create a ripple of joy:
• Share a warm smile
• Respect elders
• Care for innocent animals
• Help a friend in distress
• Speak kind and uplifting words
• Share food, time, and affection
These actions reflect the teachings of Lord Rama, Krishna, Jagannath, and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
A Short Poem that Touched Every Heart
ସୁଖ ରଖିଲେ ଶୁଖାଯାଏ,
ସୁଖ ବଣ୍ଟିଲେ ବଢ଼ିଯାଏ।
ଏକ ହସ ଦିଅ, ଦେଖ—
ପୃଥିବୀ ଆଲୋକିତ ହୋଇଯାଏ।
Awards Presented to Deserving Achievers
The ceremony concluded with the presentation of Ekmra Pratibha Samman to distinguished personalities who have contributed significantly in their respective fields. The awardees included:
• Sanjay Dalai
• Chandra Kanta Dalai
• Ashish Nayak
• Tapan Kumar Nayak
• Padma Lochan Rout
• Ch. Vijayalaxmi
. Shovan Mishra.
Their dedication, service, and contributions were acclaimed by the audience
Closing Message
The programme ended with an uplifting and universal message:
“Happiness Sharing is the Best Investment.”
**ସୁଖ ବଣ୍ଟନ୍ତୁ, ପ୍ରେମ ବଣ୍ଟନ୍ତୁ,
ଜୀବନ ଓ ସମାଜକୁ ଆହୁରି ସୁନ୍ଦର କରନ୍ତୁ।**
Happy Moments of India expressed heartfelt gratitude to all guests and participants for supporting its movement dedicated to positivity, compassion, emotional wellness, and social harmony.
