Kataka: Swara’s Wonderful Adventure Stories, an English storybook for children authored by young writer Swara Das and published by Bhasha Prakashan, was unveiled at the High Court Guest House on Cantonment Road.
Orissa High Court Justice Sashikanta Mishra, who released the book as chief guest, said it would contribute to the psychological and intellectual development of children.
Guest of honour Maheswar Mohanty highlighted children’s ability to understand and adapt to modern developments, while keynote speaker Manjushree Patnaik appreciated the young author’s sensitivity towards nature and the animal world.
Justice Arun Kumar Parichha noted that Swara, who lives in Dubai, developed her writing skills through her early habit of listening to and narrating stories.
Sanjit Kumar Pat naik presided over the event.
Swara shared her thoughts, while Sachin Das and Rani Das coordinated the programme.
