About Us
Preserving heritage, promoting knowledge and inspiring future generations through dedication, service and cultural awareness.
Advocate Susil Kumar Mohapatra Memorial Foundation and Educational Trust
Our foundation is dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural, spiritual and historical heritage associated with Lord Jagannath. Through knowledge, research, awareness and community initiatives, we aim to connect people with the rich traditions and values that form an important part of our heritage.
We believe that preserving our traditions and sharing authentic knowledge with society is essential for building a culturally aware and responsible future generation.
Our Foundation
A commitment to heritage, knowledge, service and the preservation of timeless cultural values.
About Shri Susil Kumar Mohapatra
Late Shri Susil Kumar Mohapatra
Advocate & Author
Post Graduate in Political Science and Law
Practicing Advocate since 1987
Author of Jagannath Temple Manual
Biography
The Author, Shri Susil Kumar Mohapatra, was born on 30.05.1959 to Sj. Deenabandhu Mohapatra and Jharan Devi, in the vicinity of Gobindapur, which comes within the district of Puri.
His primary education was at G.B. Vidya Pitha (B), Puri. Subsequently, he graduated from G.B. Mahavidyalaya (B), Puri, in the year 1980. He completed his Bachelor Degree in Law in 1985 from G.M. Law College, Puri, and has been practicing as an Advocate since 1987.
During his legal career, he has practiced in different spheres of law, such as Revenue, Civil, Criminal, Consumer, Sales Tax, Income Tax, CAT, SAT, Labour, MACT and Endowment matters. He has handled numerous cases and has also helped settle disputes between parties before the initiation of proceedings before various forums.
During the period of his active practice, he completed his Post Graduate Degree in Political Science from Ravenshaw College, Cuttack, in 1988. Subsequently, he completed his Post Graduate Degree in Law at Utkal University in 1992.
He is regarded by the people of his locality and recognized as a senior counsel. Although an inhabitant of Bhubaneswar, Khurda district, he remains professionally active in Cuttack. His motto is to provide legal justice to people at large by every possible means.
Apart from his legal profession, he has earned a good reputation through his legal opinions and cooperation with various Non-Governmental Organizations. He has extended his support and guidance to these organizations and has been regarded as a pathfinder for future generations.
We hope his devotion towards writing this book will immensely help readers, lawyers, social workers, legal professionals and others in meeting future requirements relating to the JAGANNATH TEMPLE MANUAL.
Educational Qualifications
Graduation
G.B. Mahavidyalaya (B), Puri
Bachelor Degree in Law
G.M. Law College, Puri
Post Graduate Degree in Political Science
Ravenshaw College, Cuttack
Post Graduate Degree in Law
Utkal University
We hope his devotion towards writing this book will immensely help readers, lawyers, social workers, lawmen and others for future exigencies with regards to Jagannath Temple Manual.
— Publisher
Our Core Team
Meet the dedicated individuals guiding our foundation with leadership, commitment and experience.
Kalinga Keshari Mohapatra
Founder And Chairman
Utkal Keshari Mohapatra
Founder And Secretary
Sujata Mohapatra
Founder And Advisor
Shashwatee Shanti Shuddha
Vice Chairman
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To preserve and promote the spiritual, cultural and historical heritage of Lord Jagannath by spreading authentic knowledge, encouraging research, creating awareness and contributing towards the welfare of society.
Our Vision
To become a recognized center for cultural preservation, knowledge sharing and social development, ensuring that traditional wisdom and heritage remain meaningful for generations to come.
Our Objectives
To preserve and promote the cultural, spiritual and historical heritage associated with Lord Jagannath.
To create awareness about the traditions, customs and religious practices of the Jagannath Temple.
To support research, education and documentation related to the temple and its heritage.
To provide authentic knowledge and useful information to devotees, researchers and the general public.
To encourage social welfare, cooperation and community development.
To preserve valuable knowledge for future generations.
Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Generations
Together, let us preserve our cultural values, share knowledge and create a meaningful legacy for future generations.