Paika warriors showcase Odisha's martial heritage at Vande Mataram event

Bhubaneswar, Nov 8 (UNI) More than 600 practitioners of the traditional Paika martial art showcased Odisha's valour and martial heritage at a grand procession in Bhubaneswar as part of the valedictory celebrations marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Organised jointly yesterday by the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture and the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi, the procession was taken out from Ram Temple to Rabindra Mandap. Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj joined the march as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, Suraj said Vande Mataram, India's National Song, symbolised national pride and self-respect and would continue to inspire generations.…