DVA SUPARNA – Book Release Function
English translation of the celebrated Odia work by Prof. Soubhagya kumar Misra
12 June 2026
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bhubaneswar
The release function of DVA SUPARNA, the English translation of the celebrated Odia literary work by Sahitya Akademi Award-winning author Prof. Soubhagya kumar Misra, was organised by Ketaki Foundation Trust on 12 June 2026 at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bhubaneswar. The programme brought together writers, translators, readers, poets and literature enthusiasts in an evening dedicated to literature, translation and poetic dialogue.
Published by Ketaki Books and translated into English by Rabindra K. Swain, DVA SUPARNA was formally released in the presence of eminent scholar Prof. Kalidas Misra, who attended the programme as the Chief Speaker. In his address, Prof. Misra reflected on the literary depth, philosophical resonance and contemporary relevance of Soubhagya kumar Misra’s writings, while also emphasising the importance of translation in carrying Odia literature to wider national and international readerships.
The evening featured readings of selected poems from the book in both Odia and English. Poet Kedar Mishra recited “Iran” in Odia, followed by its English translation presented by Bharadwaj Mishra. Poet Bharat Majhi presented “Dwara”, while Manua Dash read its English translation, “Door”. These readings created a meaningful dialogue between the original texts and their translated versions, highlighting the emotional and lyrical essence of the work across languages.
Rabindra K. Swain shared reflections on the experience and challenges of translating the book, while Prof. Soubhagya kumar Misra spoke about the creative journey behind the work and his engagement with poetry and language over the years. The programme also included an engaging interaction with readers and literature lovers.
Published by Ketaki Books, DVA SUPARNA is now available at the Ketaki Books store in Bhubaneswar as well as online on Amazon and Flipkart.
The entire event was given wide coverage by print and electronic media and also streamed live on Facebook and YouTube, enabling lovers of Odia literature from different parts of India and abroad to join the event virtually and participate in the celebration of literature beyond geographical boundaries.
Rabindra K. Swain (translator), Prof. Soubhagyakumar Misra (author), Prof. Kalidas Misra (Chief Speaker), and Jyotiranjan Swain (Managing Trustee, Ketaki Foundation Trust) with copies of DVA SUPARNA at the book release function.
Prof. Kalidas Misra, Chief Speaker, delivering his address on the literary significance of DVA SUPARNA and the role of translation in expanding the reach of Odia literature.
Prof. Soubhagyakumar Misra, author of DVA SUPARNA, addressing the audience and sharing reflections on the creative journey behind the book.
Rabindra K. Swain, translator of DVA SUPARNA and Trustee of Ketaki Foundation Trust, sharing insights into the process and experience of translating the work into English.
Poet Kedar Mishra reading the poem “Iran” from DVA SUPARNA
Poet Bharadwaj Mishra recited “Iran” in English translation.
Manua Dash reciting “Door,” the English translation of “Dwara,” st the book release function.
Poet Bharat Majhi recites “Dwara,” one of the selected poems from DVA SUPARNA, during the book release function.
Prof. Soubhagyakumar Misra signing copies of DVA SUPARNA for readers after the release function.
The presence of writers, visual artists, and art admirers at the book launch reflected their appreciation for the remarkable efforts of Ketaki Foundation Trust.