Koraput, 29/8: In a major development, the Central University of Odisha celebrated its 13th Foundation Day on 29th August 2021 in virtual mode. His Excellency, Hon’ble Governor of Odisha, Prof. Ganeshi Lal addressed the academic community with a video lecture and a message. The Hon’ble Minister of Education, Govt of India, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan graced the function as the Chief Guest. The Foundation Day Lecture was delivered by Padma Bhusan Prof. G. Padmanabhan, eminent scientist and former Director Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru. The Vice-Chancellor I/c of the University Prof. Sharat Kumar Pallita presided over the meeting.