**Executive Summary**
The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025-26, organized by Paradip Port Authority under the aegis of the Major Ports Sports Control Board, was inaugurated on Thursday at Jayadev Sadan, Paradip Port. The four-day cultural event features over 200 participants from nine major ports competing in various categories. The meet will conclude on January 11, 2026, with a valedictory function and prize distribution ceremony.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details:**
* The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025-26 was inaugurated at Paradip Port.
* The event is organized by the Paradip Port Authority under the Major Ports Sports Control Board.
* Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman of Paradip Port Authority, inaugurated the meet as Chief Guest.
* The event aims to promote unity and harmony through cultural exchange.
* **Participation:**
* More than 200 participants from nine major ports are taking part, including Chennai, Cochin, Deendayal, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, Kolkata, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, V.O. Chidambaranar, and host Paradip Port.
* **Competitions:**
* Competitions are held in Classical Vocal, Light Vocal, Instrumental Music, Dance, and Drama categories.
* **Schedule:**
* The inaugural cultural performance was presented by Mumbai Port Authority followed by Visakhapatnam Port Authority.
* The event will conclude on January 11, 2026, with a valedictory function and prize distribution ceremony.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Participants**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to showcase cultural talent, participate in competitions, and experience cultural exchange.
* **Action Required:** Participate in scheduled cultural events and competitions.
**Stakeholder: Paradip Port Authority**
* **Impact:** Hosts the 25th edition of the Cultural Meet.
* **Action Required:** Organize and manage the cultural meet.
**Stakeholder: Port Employees Across India**
* **Impact:** Participating in the event helps to foster cultural talent beyond their professional roles.
* **Action Required:** Should participate in cultural programs and competitions.
Key Entities Referenced
Paradip Port: Location of the 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet.
All India Major Port Cultural Meet: Annual cultural event for employees of major ports.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways: Government ministry overseeing the event.
Major Ports Sports Control Board: Organization under whose aegis the cultural event is organized.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet Begins at
Paradip Port
प्रव तथ: 08 JAN 2026 8:22PM by PIB Delhi
The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26 was inaugurated on Thursday at Jayadev Sadan,
Paradip Port. The four-day cultural event is being organised by Paradip Port Authority under the aegis of
the Major Ports Sports Control Board.
Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, inaugurated the meet as Chief Guest. Addressing
the gathering, he said that culture reflects the inner beauty of the human soul and plays an important role
in promoting unity and harmony. He stated that it was a matter of pride for Paradip Port to host the 25th
edition of the cultural meet in Odisha, a state renowned for its rich cultural heritage, classical Odissi dance
and artistic excellence.
He appreciated the enthusiastic participation of teams from major ports across the country and noted that
the colourful inaugural parade reflected the vibrant cultural programmes planned for the meet.
Emphasising that participation and cultural exchange are more important than competition, he observed
that port employees across India possess remarkable cultural talent beyond their professional roles.
Assuring participants that all necessary arrangements had been made for their comfort and wished
everyone a memorable and enriching experience. With these remarks, he declared the meeting open.
The inaugural proceedings were presided over by Chairman, Organising Committee, Shri Himansu Sekhar
Rout. Shri Ashoka Kumar Sahu, FA & CAO; Shri Susil Chandra Nahak, Chief Mechanical Engineer; and
Dr. Bibhuti Bhusan Das, Chief Medical Officer were also present on the occasion. Dr. D. P. Sethi,
Secretary of the Organising Committee, gave the welcome address.
More than 200 participants from nine major ports, including Chennai, Cochin, Deendayal, Jawaharlal
Nehru Port Authority, Kolkata, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, V.O. Chidambaranar and host Paradip Port, are
taking part in the meet. Competitions are being held in Classical Vocal, Light Vocal, Instrumental Music,
Dance and Drama categories.
The inaugural cultural performance was presented by Mumbai Port Authority followed by Visakhapatnam
Port Authority setting the tone for the vibrant programmes scheduled over the next few days.
The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet will conclude on January 11, 2026, with a valedictory
function and prize distribution ceremony.****
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