Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati pays a courtesy visit to CM Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, Nov 2025: Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar.
 
Inspired by the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati attended the Bharat Parv celebrations held at Ekta Nagar on November 8, as part of the nationwide observance of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
 
The grand celebration of Sardar Saheb’s 150th birth anniversary is being organised at Ekta Nagar in Narmada district through Bharat Parv and the Ekta Prakash Parv, continuing until November 15. During this initiative, cultural performances from various states across India are held every evening, symbolising the nation’s strength in unity through diversity. Under the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” dignitaries from the participating states attend the festival to encourage and honor their respective artists showcasing art and culture.
 
Accordingly, on November 8, artists from the state of Odisha presented their cultural performances at Bharat Parv. On this occasion, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati graced the event as the Guest of Honour. He also visited several attractions at Ekta Nagar, including the illumination of the Ekta Prakash Parv, the world’s tallest statue—the Statue of Unity, the Sardar Sarovar River Bed Power House, Butterfly Park, Food Court, Handicraft Haat, and Theme Pavilion.

During his courtesy meeting with Chief Minister in Gandhinagar, the Governor of Odisha appreciated the state government’s remarkable efforts in developing Ekta Nagar as a world-class global tourism destination. He expressed his admiration for the excellent arrangements made by the state government for the participating artists, artisans, and tourists attending Bharat Parv and extended his congratulations to the government. Chief Minister honored the Governor of Odisha by presenting him with a memento.
 
On the occasion of this courtesy visit, the Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Smt. Avantika Singh, welcomed and greeted the Governor.Source: Information Department, Gujarat