Kalinga Kusum

14/09/2026

May the divine blessings of Lord Ganesha bring wisdom, prosperity, and joy into your lives.

On this auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, let us pray for new beginnings, good health, and peace for everyone.

05/09/2026

Some heroes don't wear capes. They carry chalk, correct notebooks late into the night, and believe in children long before the children believe in themselves.

This Teacher's Day, we bow to every teacher who lights the lamp of knowledge. 🙏

Happy Teacher's Day!

04/09/2026

Heartfelt greetings and best wishes to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami!

The life of Bhagwan Shri Krishna is an eternal lesson in dharma, duty and selfless action - a message that continues to guide humanity through every age. May his divine blessings fill every home with happiness, peace and prosperity.

20/08/2026

Relief Distribution for Flood-Affected Families in KKF Project Area, Kendrapada District

The devastating floods in Odisha have severely affected communities, displacing families and disrupting access to food, clean drinking water, shelter, and essential services.

As part of its humanitarian response, Kalinga Kusum Foundation (KKF) conducted an emergency relief distribution programme in Taridapal Gram Panchayat, Kendrapada, a flood-affected project area of KKF.

More than 400 flood-affected families received essential relief support. The distribution was carried out with the support of 20 volunteers and local field staff, ensuring assistance reached families in need.

The relief initiative was led by Sri Sanjit Kumar Behera, Founder Trustee, Kalinga Kusum Foundation, along with the dedicated KKF team and community volunteers. This effort reflects KKF’s commitment to standing with vulnerable communities during times of crisis and supporting their journey towards recovery and resilience.

Together, we can rebuild. Together, we can recover.

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18/08/2026

Empowering Farmers Through Knowledge, Technology & Sustainable Agriculture. Kalinga Kusuma Foundation (KKF) organized an engaging Farmers Training & Gen Z Farmers Conclave 2026, bringing together farmers, experts, youth and agriculture professionals. More than 100 Farmers participated in the programme from across 18 districts.

Key Expert Sessions:
Prof. P. J. Mishra, Dean, CoA, OUAT
(Agroforestry for Youth Empowerment & Sustainable Rural Growth)
Sri. Atis Ku Behera, IFS (Retd.), Senior Expert in Forestry, KKF
Green Growth: Caring for Forest Species in Agroforestry System
Sri. Debee Prasad Mishra, MD, BFG Energy Crop Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Smart Farming, Big Impact
Sri. Dibya Chand Sukla, Managing Trustee, KKF
Farm Gear 101: Cool Tools for Modern Farming
Dr. Sukanta Ku Pradhan, HOD, Bio-Informatics, OUAT
Digital Innovation & Data-Driven Agriculture for the Next Generation
Sri. G. B. Satapathy, Chief Horticulturist, KKF
How to Care for Plants in a Smarter Way

The programme inspired farmers and young people to embrace agroforestry, smart farming, digital technology and sustainable agricultural practices for a greener and more resilient future.

15/08/2026

15/08/2026

🇮🇳 Celebrating Independence Day 2026 with the spirit of a New India and a New Generation of Farmers!

It was a privilege to observe Independence Day 2026 by bringing together young farmers from across 18 districts of Odisha for the Zen-Z Farmers Conclave 2026.

The day was filled with energy, learning and new beginnings — from an engaging farmers’ training programme, to planting exotic mango mother plants, and the launch of our Hydroponics Unit.

The enthusiasm of our young farmers was truly inspiring. Their passion to embrace agriculture as a proud, modern and dignified profession gives us immense hope for the future of Odisha’s agriculture.

Heartfelt gratitude to our Chief Guest, Guest of Honour, visiting professors, experts, young farmers and the entire organising team for making this conclave a memorable and meaningful one.

New generation. New energy. New ideas. A new future for agriculture.

28/07/2026

Odisha's mangroves in the headlines, exactly where they belong.

Thank you to the media for covering our International Mangrove Day observance.

28/07/2026

*Protect Mangroves, Protect Our Future*

On 26 July, we observed the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem at IMAGE, Bhubaneswar, with 130 participants from academia, government, civil society, and local communities.

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Kumar Mohanty, Vice-Chancellor, MSCB University, spoke on mangroves as Odisha's first line of defence against coastal disasters. Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Tripathy, OUAT, presented scientific approaches to integrated pest management in mangrove ecosystems. KKF trustees Er. Sanjit Kumar Behera and Er. Dibyachand Shukla called for stronger collaboration between government, academia, and communities to conserve Odisha's mangroves.

Healthy mangroves mean safer coasts, richer biodiversity, and a climate-resilient Odisha.

01/07/2026

Kalinga Kusum Foundation, with the support of Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) India, successfully organised a thought-provoking conference on "India's Path to Global Power: What Roles India Seeks to Play in the World" at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA), Bhubaneswar.

The event brought together policymakers, academicians, governance experts, and industry leaders for insightful discussions on India's expanding global role, economic transformation, manufacturing, geopolitics, demographics, and the vision of Viksit Bharat. The conference featured keynote addresses by Hon'ble Rajya Sabha MP Shri Sujeet Kumar and Hon'ble Lok Sabha MP Dr. Rabindra Narayan Behera, followed by engaging panel discussions.

The conference reaffirmed the importance of informed dialogue and collaborative thinking in shaping India's journey towards becoming a leading global power.



Sujeet Kumar Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom India