Governor of Odisha Turns Singer for a Patriotic Odia Song

Governor of Odisha Turns Singer for a Patriotic Odia Song

Professor Ganeshi Lal, the Governor of Odisha, visited the music studio of renowned Odia
music director Prem Anand at Niladri Vihar area in Bhubaneswar on 28th February, 2021,
and lent his voice for few portions of a patriotic song “Ye Maati Odisha Ye Jaati Odia’. The
song, penned by Basant Das Samal is based on the rich culture and tradition of Odisha. 

A one of a kind, for the first time in Odisha, the first citizen of the state went live in a Voice-
tech studio with a troupe of renowned singers. Thirteen front line Odia singers have lent their
voice along with the Governor for the special song.

As per reports, famous Odia lyricist Prem Anand requested Professor Lal to lend his voice
for his incoming patriotic DVD ‘Ye Mati Odisha, Ye Jaati Odia’ that illustrates the glorious
history of Odisha. It is homage to all Odias. It is not only a song but an offering to the God
that will touch the heart of every person, the Professor Lal said.

Sources reveal that there would be a message from the Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik as
well in the song. The reason behind composing this song was to dedicate it to the people of
the state on the formation day of Odisha.

Professor Lal was all praise for the music director and said that it is a beautiful song that
evokes an emotional feeling for the state. This patriotic song hails Odisha and every aspect
of being Odia. The lyrics of the song is sentimental and talks about the state and its glorious
history, culture and tradition.

This phenomenal song is slated to be released on 1st April 2021 on the occasion of Utkal
Divas (Odisha Day).