**Executive Summary**
The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26, organized by Paradip Port Authority (PPA) and the Major Ports Sports Control Board, concluded on January 11th, 2026, at Jayadev Sadan, Paradip Port, after a four-day event. Around 200 artists from 9 major ports participated in various cultural disciplines. Team Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority was declared the Overall Champion of the meet.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview:**
* The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26 concluded on January 11th, 2026.
* It was held at Jayadev Sadan, Paradip Port.
* The event was organised by Paradip Port Authority (PPA) in association with the Major Ports Sports Control Board.
* **Participation:**
* Around 200 artists from 9 major ports participated in various cultural disciplines.
* **Winners:**
* Team Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority emerged as the Overall Champion.
* Mumbai Port Authority secured the Runners-up position.
* Deendayal Port Authority and Cochin Port Authority were jointly adjudged as Second Runners-up.
* Smt. Swarnalata Tripathy was awarded Best Supporting Artiste (Female).
* Paradip Port Authority teams won accolades in Drama (Manu) by Bikaram Parida, Light Music by Harshita Mohapatra, and Dance categories.
* **Attendees:**
* The valedictory function was graced by Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, as the Chief Guest.
* Shri H. S. Rout, Chairman, PPA Cultural Organising Committee presided over the programme.
* Shri A.K.Bose, Advisor, Traffic, PPA, Shri Ashoka Kumar Sahu, Vice Chairman, Organising Committee, Dr. D. P. Sethi, Secretary, and the Joint Secretary of the Organising Committee were also present on the occasion.
**Impact Analysis**
**Port Employees**
* **Impact:** The cultural meet showcased the rich cultural talents of port employees.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is required; however, participation and reinforcement of unity, cultural harmony, and mutual respect among the major ports of the country are implied.
Key Entities Referenced
Paradip Port Authority (PPA): The organizer of the 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025-26, held at Paradip Port.
All India Major Port Cultural Meet: A cultural event for employees of major ports across the country.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways: The ministry overseeing the event, as indicated by the header.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26
draws to a Grand Conclusion at Paradip Port
प्रव तथ: 12 JAN 2026 1:49PM by PIB Delhi
The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26, held at Jayadev Sadan, Paradip Port, concluded on
11th January evening after four days of vibrant and captivating cultural celebrations. The event was
successfully organised by Paradip Port Authority (PPA) in association with the Major Ports Sports Control
Board.
The valedictory function was graced by Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, as the
Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, Shri Haranadh expressed his appreciation to all participants for
their impressive performances and for delighting the residents of the port township throughout the four-
day event. He extended his warmest commendations to the unprecedented number of lady artistes whose
dedication and talent have set a new benchmark for excellence in this year's program.
The cultural meet witnessed enthusiastic participation of around 200 artistees from 9 major ports across
the country, who competed in various cultural disciplines. Team Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority
emerged as the Overall Champion of the meet. Mumbai Port Authority secured the Runners-up position,
while Deendayal Port Authority and Cochin Port Authority were adjudged jointly as Second Runners-up.
Artistes from Paradip Port Authority also delivered commendable performances, with Malati character by
Smt.Swarnalata Tripathy being awarded Best Supporting Artiste (Female), while Paradip Port Authority
teams won accolades in Drama (Manu) by Bikaram Parida, Light Music bu Harshita Mohapatra, and
Dance categories.
The programme was presided over by Shri H. S. Rout, Chairman, PPA Cultural Organising Committee.
Shri A.K.Bose, Advisor, Traffic, PPA, Shri Ashoka Kumar Sahu, Vice Chairman, Organising Committee,
Dr. D. P. Sethi, Secretary, and the Joint Secretary of the Organising Committee were also present on the
occasion.
The successful conclusion of the 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet once again showcased the rich
cultural talents of port employees and reinforced the spirit of unity, cultural harmony, and mutual respect
among the major ports of the country.*****
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