Illuminating Traditions: Jyotiranjan Gudia Amidst Diwali Lights at Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar

Jyotiranjan Gudia 6/28/2025 01:22:00 AM

 Illuminating Traditions: Jyotiranjan Gudia Amidst Diwali Lights at Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar


Illuminating Traditions: Jyotiranjan Gudia Amidst Diwali Lights at Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar

This is a photograph of Jyotiranjan Gudia, a dedicated Ph.D. scholar from Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Bhubaneswar, and the first Ph.D. researcher from the Didayi tribe of Malkangiri district, Odisha. The photo was taken in front of Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar during Diwali 2025, a festival of lights celebrated with joy and spiritual devotion across India. In this image, Jyotiranjan is seen wearing a red sweatshirt, gently leaning from behind a bright vertical light installation, which casts a warm glow in the otherwise dark surroundings—symbolizing the essence of Diwali, the triumph of light over darkness. His relaxed pose and gentle smile reflect his warm personality and thoughtful nature. The photograph artistically captures the festive ambiance and highlights his peaceful yet vibrant character. This moment not only marks a festive celebration but also reflects his journey of knowledge, culture, and identity.

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Jyotiranjan Gudia was born on May 1, 1997, in Muduliguda village of Malkangiri district, Odisha. He belongs to a tribal community and has a deep connection with the culture, traditions and social systems of indigenous people. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar. His research focuses on the traditional political system of the Didayi tribe, one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha. His doctoral thesis, titled "Continuity and Changes of Traditional Political System of Didayi Tribe in Odisha: A Case Study of Malkangiri District," explores how traditional governance systems have evolved in response to modern influences. Jyotiranjan has conducted extensive fieldwork in 12 villages of Malkangiri, studying traditional leadership roles such as Naik, Chalan, Pujari and Dishari. Committed to preserving tribal identity and knowledge, he continues to work toward empowering indigenous communities through research and advocacy.

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