Bhubaneswar: Three citizens from Odisha have been officially invited to the prestigious ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on the occasion of Republic Day 2026.
Khushbu Jaipuria, a disaster management volunteer from Jharsuguda district; Rajendra Patra, a sanitation worker from Bhawanipatna in Kalahandi district; and Dr. Sibaji Panda, founder of the Happy Hands School for the Deaf in Odisha, are among those selected to attend the distinguished event.
The ‘At Home’ reception is a ceremonial gathering hosted annually by the President of India on Republic Day and Independence Day at the Central Lawn of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
It brings together key personalities from various fields, distinguished citizens, and foreign diplomats. The event showcases India’s rich art, culture, and diversity through thematic presentations and cultural displays. The three invitees will have the opportunity to meet the President and other dignitaries during the reception.
This marks a moment of pride for Odisha as volunteers, social workers, and educators from the state are recognised alongside prominent national and international personalities.
