{"id":152770,"date":"2026-06-18T00:39:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T19:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indusvalleytimes.com\/news\/?p=152770"},"modified":"2026-06-18T00:39:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T19:09:15","slug":"jindal-foundation-celebrates-raja-with-community-at-angul","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/indusvalleytimes.com\/news\/jindal-foundation-celebrates-raja-with-community-at-angul\/","title":{"rendered":"Jindal Foundation Celebrates Raja with Community at Angul"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"caps\"><strong>By Payal Banerjee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Angul June 17 : Jindal Foundation, the social arm of Jindal Steel, celebrated the vibrant Raja Festival with great enthusiasm at Jan-Jeevika Kendra (JJK) and Jamunali Village, bringing together more than 1,000 women and girls from local villages. The event celebrated Odisha\u2019s rich cultural heritage, the spirit of womanhood, and the fertility of Mother Earth, while fostering unity, empowerment, and community pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Women and girls of all ages participated in colourful traditional attire and festive jewellery. The celebrations featured the traditional delicacy Poda Pitha, beautifully decorated Raja swings, and a joyful festive atmosphere. Cultural and recreational competitions such as Raja Paan Making, Musical Chair, Puchi Dance, and Solo Dance added excitement and encouraged active community participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme was graced by Swami Satyabindu Saraswati; Mrs. Mini Nair and Mrs. Anita Mittal from Jindal Mahila Samiti (JMS); Mrs. Shila Pradhan, Sarpanch of Jamunali Gram Panchayat; Mr. Dhurba Charan Dehury, President, Kuio; Mr. P.K. Panda, EVP \u2013 Liaison &amp; PR; Mr. Rishi Pathania, Head \u2013 CSR, Jindal Steel; Mrs. Seema Verma, Nutritionist, OHC; Mrs. Sasmita Rani Das, AGM, Safety Department; Mrs. Anita Mohanty, Special Guest; and employees from various departments of Jindal Steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcoming the gathering, Mrs. Shila Pradhan appreciated Jindal Foundation\u2019s efforts in preserving local traditions and supporting rural development through livelihood initiatives that have strengthened the socio-economic status of women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Jayanta Kumar Mohanty, General Manager and Head of CSR, Angul, thanked the Gram Panchayat representatives and community members for their support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The celebrations concluded with prize distribution ceremonies and community lunches at both locations, leaving participants with cherished memories and a stronger sense of belonging.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Payal Banerjee Angul June 17 : Jindal Foundation, the social 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