Iti Samanta, the youngest sister of Dr. Achyuta Samanta went through the similar situation in her childhood like her brother. She had a strong desire since her High School days to become a writer. Situation in the family compelled her to pursue Engineering education. But her strong will power brought her to the field of literature and she completed her Post Graduation in Oriya. She did her Master Degree in Mass Communication also. Her first short story collection ‘Tathapi’ written during her student career attracted readers attention. ‘Itibruti’ compilation of editorials written by her is the first ever book of this kind in Oriya. As a publisher of books and producer/director of movies she has proved her excellence by receiving many Awards. She has been nominated to several prestigious committees as honorary member. She has also been regularly participating in many seminars, discussions, TV shows and Radio talks related to art, literature, women oriented issues and social topics. She has turned the dream of the Founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta into reality by her continuous effort and dedication as the Director of Kadambini Media Pvt. Ltd. and successful editor of ‘The Kadambini’. She has received numerous Awards from various restigious organisations for her achievement as an editor, publisher, writer, producer, organiser and social worker etc. She always comes up with innovative ideas and tries to implement the same through her brain child ‘The Kadambini’. |