THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
JANUARY 13, 2026
“Professional
success must walk hand in hand with service to society and the nation,” said R
K Sharma, Special Secretary, Home Department, Government of Odisha, as he
addressed hundreds of aspiring Company Secretaries at Yuvotsav 2026, organised
by the Bhubaneswar Chapter of the Eastern India Regional Council of the
Institute of Company Secretaries of India. His words set the tone for the
two-day student-centric celebration held on January 11 and 12, 2026, which
sought to blend professional excellence with the timeless values of Swami
Vivekananda.
Gracing the
inaugural session as Chief Guest on January 11, R K Sharma urged students
enrolled in the Company Secretary course to imbibe the ideals of self-reliance,
self-confidence, integrity and nation-building championed by Swami Vivekananda.
He encouraged them to define clear life goals and pursue them with unwavering
determination and discipline, reminding them that corporate responsibility
cannot be separated from social responsibility. Emphasising that governance and
public administration are deeply influenced by ethical values, he advised
students to cultivate small positive habits, maintain a constructive mindset
and continuously strive for excellence, as these traits ultimately shape both
character and professional success. Extending his best wishes, he inspired the
youth to live by Vivekananda’s clarion call, “Arise, awake, and stop not till
the goal is reached.”
Adding an
energising dimension to the inaugural session, Special Guest Satyajit
Pratihari, Mr India, Mr Asia and celebrity fitness trainer, called upon
students to practise patience, self-determination and humility in their journey
towards success. He lauded the ICSI for organising Yuvotsav on the occasion of
Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, describing it as a meaningful platform
for holistic development of future professionals.
The programme
continued on January 12 with a special motivational talk by Rajyogini Sister B
K Leena of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwavidyalaya. She wished the
students a balanced and fulfilling life, advising them to support and respect
their parents, nurture love and cooperation among peers, and avoid unnecessary thoughts
that disturb mental peace.
Yuvotsav 2026
was marked by vibrant student participation, including a Walkathon and Road
Show undertaken by students and members of the Bhubaneswar Chapter, symbolising
youth energy and social awareness. As many as 15 competitions were organised
across the two days, with winners felicitated during the valedictory session,
while all participants received certificates in recognition of their
involvement.
Addressing the
gathering, CS Sasmita Panda, Chairperson, CS Srimanta Baboo, Vice Chairman, and
CS Jyotirmaya Panigrahi, Treasurer of the Bhubaneswar Chapter, motivated
students to uphold the dignity and responsibility associated with the
profession.
The award
ceremony also witnessed the presence and encouragement of senior professionals
including CS J B Das, Former Chairman, CS B K Sahu of NALCO Ltd, CS T K Sahu,
CS Deepak Ku Saha, PCS, and CS Sarita Upadhyaya. Members of the Management
Committee and former Chairpersons, CS Bimal Prasad Pattanaik and CS Rudra
Madhab Sahoo, were also present on the occasion.
With
enthusiastic participation from a large number of Company Secretary students
from across Odisha, Yuvotsav 2026 emerged as a vibrant confluence of learning,
inspiration and celebration, reinforcing the message that the future of the
profession lies in integrity, service and unwavering commitment to the nation.
