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A humble man and his mother sit in a rural Odisha courtyard, bathed in the warm morning glow of gold from a clay pot, symbolizing the importance of respect and self-worth.

The Importance of Respect | A Folk Tale from Odisha

Long ago, in a small village in Odisha, a boy named Ananta lived with his mother. His sister had married into a rich family, and after their father died, the two worlds drifted apart. She had comfort and plenty. He had dust, hunger, and long days of work. Still, he didn’t complain. Poverty couldn’t take Read more…

Lord Varuna's Conch Shell is a short folk tale from Odisha

The Conch of Lord Varuna | A Folk Tale from Odisha

Madhua lived in a village on the coast of Odisha. He was a stupid man who would make a meal of the simplest tasks. As a result, his wife supported him by doing some menial jobs. One day, his wife fell sick. Madhua was quick to realize that it was his responsibility to take care Read more…