Personal Information

• Full Name: Dr. Mahendra Charan Mishra
• Date of Birth: 1909
• Parents: Sri Damodar Mishra and Smt. Fakiri Devi
• Nationality: Indian

Education

Matriculation:

• Ravenshaw Collegiate School, Cuttack
• Year: 1927
• Division: 1st

Intermediate in Science:

• Ravenshaw College, Cuttack
• Year: 1929

M.B.B.S:

• P.W. Medical College, Patna (Bihar)
• Year: 1935
• University: Patna University

D.O.M.S (Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery):

• London University
• Year: 1948
• Scholarship: Government of India Scholarship

Professional Experience

Orissa Medical Service (1937): Joined as an Assistant Surgeon

• Nuapada, Kalahandi District
• Subsequently served at Balasore and Bhadrak Hospitals

Lecturer, Orissa Medical School:

• After completing his tenure at various hospitals, joined as Lecturer in the Orissa Medical School.

Assistant Professor, S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack (Post-D.O.M.S):

• After returning from London in 1948, joined as Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology.

Professor and Head of Department (Ophthalmology), S.C.B. Medical College:

• Eventually became the Professor and Head of the Department of Ophthalmology, S.C.B. Medical College.

Superintendent, S.C.B. Medical College Hospital (1968):

• Retired as Superintendent of S.C.B. Medical College Hospital in August 1968.

Professional Leadership

President, All India Ophthalmological Society (1974):

• First person from Odisha to serve as President of the All India Ophthalmological Society.

Social and Professional Affiliations

Theosophical Society:

• Active member

Social Organizations:

• Involved in various social organizations, contributing significantly to community services.

Notable Contributions

• A renowned educator, Prof. Dr. Mishra was highly regarded as a great teacher and leader in ophthalmology.
• First person from Odisha to hold the prestigious position of President of the All India Ophthalmological Society in 1974.

Superannuation

• Retired from S.C.B. Medical College Hospital: August 1968 as Superintendent and Head of the Department of Ophthalmology.

Awardee

Any Ophthalmologist of Repute having significant contribution towards scientific growth of OSOS will be awarded.

The Selection Committee

• President OSOS
• Honorary General Secretary OSOS
• Chairman Scientific Committee OSOS
• Heads of Post Graduate Institutes in Ophthalmology from Odisha [two in number on rotation basis]
• The Committee will recommend at least two names to the Executive committee which will finalize the awardee on the basis of recommendation of the selection committee.

[two in number on rotation basis]
The Committee will recommend at least two names to the Executive committee which will finalize the awardee on the basis of recommendation of the selection committee.

Award

• The award is given every year during the annual conference of OSOS
• The selected candidate’s consent will be sought.
• Failing consent, next in the list be contacted. Consensus is preferred.
• If failing, majority opinion of the committee will prevail.
• The selection process must be complete at least four months prior to the annual conference.
• The awardee will be intimated at least three months before the date of conference to allow sufficient time in his schedule and preparing for the oration.
• The awardee, besides the travel expenses, local hospitality, and complimentary registration, will be presented with cash award of ten thousand rupees, a plaque, and a certificate during inauguration.
• In case the award is not materialized, it will be cancelled. Next year fresh selection will be made.

Year Wise Recepients

Not in chronological order:

• Prof. Dr. Sanatan Rath
• Dr. S. S. Badrinath
• Dr. Daljit Singh
• Dr. B. Patnaik
• Dr. G. Chandrasekhar
• Dr. Madan Mohan
• Dr. Namperulswamy
• Dr. Anita Panda
• Dr. J. C. Das
• Dr. S. Natarajan

• 2015 : Dr Ajit babu Majii
• 2016 : Dr Debasish Bhatacharjee
• 2017 : Prof Dr Mangat Ram Dogra
• 2018 : Prof Dr Namrata Sharma
• 2019 : Dr Subhadra Jalali
• 2020 : Prof Dr G V S Murthy
• 2021 : Dr Sudeep Das
• 2022 : Dr R Krishna Prasad
• 2023 : Dr Santosh Honavar
• 2024 : Prof Dr Himanshu Kumar Rajguru

• Prof Dr B.R.Rajguru was born on 5th September 1927 in Paralakhemundi. He Graduated with MBBS degree from SCB Medical College in 1950 and was awarded as the Best Graduate with Honors in Ophthalmology.
• He passed D.O. in 1954, MS in 1955 from Andhra University, received higher training in USA during 1958-59 under exchange program and served as fellow at Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis.
• He also got training under W.H.O. on Trachoma and communicable eye diseases and Senior Health Administrator Training at National Institute of Health and Family Planning, Delhi.
• He was a Junior Teacher from 1952 to 55, Assistant Professor from 1955 to 60, Reader from 1960 to 62, Professor from 1962 to 80, DMET from 1980 to 84 and Additional Secretary from 1984 to 85.
• He served as principal and Supt. at VSS and MKCG Medical Colleges and served as Ophthalmic Advisor to Govt. of Orissa. He presented about 30 papers at National and International conferences and was the official delegate of India to the Afro-Asia conference at Karachi and World conference at San Francisco, USA.He served as a member of expert committee of ICMR, MCI.
• He is life member of Indian Ophthalmological Society since 1965 no 00675, Second Ophthalmologist from Odisha to be with AIOS.He was the convenor for formulating the National program for control and prevention of blindness.
• Prof. Dr. Rajguru was a brilliant teacher and astute administrator.
• He retired in March 1985 and continued his activity in eye health care.

Personal Information

• Full Name: Prof. Dr. Biswambar Rajguru
• Date of Birth: 5th September 1927
• Place of Birth: Paralakhemundi, Odisha, India

Education

MBBS

• SCB Medical College, Cuttack, Odisha
• Year of Graduation: 1950
• Achievements: Best Graduate with Honors in Ophthalmology

D.O. (Diploma in Ophthalmology)

• Andhra University
• Year of Completion: 1954

M.S. (Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology)

• Andhra University
• Year of Completion: 1955

Higher Training

• Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA
• Exchange Program Fellow: 1958-1959

W.H.O. Training

• Specialized in Trachoma and Communicable Eye Diseases

Senior Health Administrator Training

• National Institute of Health and Family Planning, New Delhi

Professional Experience:

1. Junior Teacher (1952-1955)
Ophthalmology Department, SCB Medical College

2. Assistant Professor (1955-1960)
SCB Medical College

3. Reader (1960-1962)
SCB Medical College

4. Professor of Ophthalmology (1962-1980)
SCB Medical College

5. Principal and Superintendent

• VSS Medical College
• MKCG Medical College

6. Director of Medical Education and Training (DMET) (1980-1984)
Government of Odisha

7. Additional Secretary (1984-1985)
Government of Odisha

8. Ophthalmic Advisor
Government of Odisha

International and National Contributions:

Exchange Program Fellow
Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA (1958-1959)

Delegate of India:

• o Afro-Asia Conference, Karachi
• World Conference, San Francisco, USA

Formulator and Convenor
National Program for Control and Prevention of Blindness, Government of India

Committees and Memberships:

• Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
  Member of the Expert Committee
• Medical Council of India (MCI)
  Member of the Expert Committee
• Indian Ophthalmological Society (IOS)
  Life Member since 1965 (Membership No.: 00675)
Second Ophthalmologist from Odisha to join the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS)

Research and Publications:

• Presented 30 research papers at national and international conferences.
• Leadership Roles:
• Principal and Superintendent, VSS and MKCG Medical Colleges
• Directed national strategies in ophthalmic care and was instrumental in formulating policies for blindness prevention.

Awards and Recognitions:

• Best Graduate with Honors in Ophthalmology, SCB Medical College (1950)

Post-Retirement Contributions:

• Continued active involvement in ophthalmic healthcare and education even after retirement in March 1985.

Personal Attributes:

• Renowned as a brilliant teacher and an astute administrator, Prof. Dr. Rajguru contributed significantly to medical education and eye care administration in Odisha and India.

Superannuation: Retired in March 1985, after over three decades of distinguished service in the medical field.

Criteria for Award

Every year an outstanding Ophthalmologist/ Vision Scientist/ Social Activist in Vision science or public health ophthalmologist in succession either serving in Orissa territory or of Orissa origin but serving outside (other states/ union territories of India or any other country) and has contributed significantly to the cause and development of the technique and technology of eye care, will be given the award.

On inviting nominations at least six months before the annual state conference from various Eye care providing Institutes and on inviting applications from individuals to seek the award, the selection committee set up will decide the most deserving applicant. The awardee will be given at least a months’ time to prepare and deliver the Oration Lecture at the annual conference of Orissa state Ophthalmological Society and be given an award of Rupees Ten Thousand, and a citation.

The Selection Committee shall comprise of five members:

• President of OSOS
• Chairman Scientific committee, OSOS
• Director of L.V.Prasad Eye Institute, Bhubaneswar
• Two of students of Prof. Dr. B. Rajguru nominated by their forum , one of them will be the convenor of the committee and initiate the selection process

In absence of members from the students group, their void will be filled up by Head of S.C.B.Medical College Eye Department ,Head of eye department V.S.S.Medical College and Head of Ophthalmology,M.K.C.G.Medical College in that order.

The committee will formulate the rules and criteria for the award. The decision of the majority will be final. In case of tie, the President of OSOS will be the decider. In case of unavailability of suitable candidate, the award will roll over to the next year . The nominating eye care institution/ organization will submit the following to the selection committee.

The nominating eye care institution/ organization will submit the following to the selection committee.

• Application in plain paper
• Completed CV of the candidate
• Technological/ Technical Contribution to development of eye care.

To Institute the award, the students will place minimum amount of Rupees 135 thousands at the disposal of the Orissa State Ophthalmological Society. The Society in turn will invest the money in a separate account with a Bank which will yield maximum interest annually. The Society will be under obligation not to utilize the money under any circumstances for any purpose other than discharging the award.

Year Wise Recepients

• 2009 : Dr Tara Prasad Das
• 2010 : Dr Bikash R. Pattnaik,
• 2011 : Mr. Keerti Pradhan
• 2012 : Dr Amresh Chopdar
• 2013 : Dr Savitri Sharma
• 2014 : Sudipta Kumar Mohanty
• 2015 : Dr Tapas Ranjan Padhy
• 2016 : Dr S Shivaji
• 2017 : Prof Dr B N R Subudhi
• 2018 : Soumyava Basu
• 2019 : Dr Ruchi Mittal
• 2020 : Mr Rudra Narayan Mohanty
• 2021 : Dr Sujata Das
• 2022 : Dr Ramnath Misra
• 2023 : Dr Shiva prasad Sahoo
• 2024 : Dr Suryasnat Rath

• In 1975, he was promoted and placed at VSS Medical College, Burla. He re-joined MKCG Medical College, as head of ophthalmology department in 1980, where he served the remaining period of his professional career until 1984.
• Post retirement he contributed in social services in his individual capacity at Sakhigopal providing free eye check-ups for the poor.
• Apart from being an accomplished specialist in the field of dacryocystitis, he also excelled in colored paint brush art as well as literature.Dr Lakshmikant Mohapatra left us for heavenly abode on 21st Jan 2015

This oration was instituted by late Dr Gadadhar Sarangi

Personal Information

• Name: Prof. Dr. Laxmikanta Mahapatra
• Date of Birth: April 13, 1926
• Parents: Eldest son of Basudev Mahapatra
• Principles: Embodiment of Satyabadi Principles

Education:

• MBBS:
  S.C.B Medical College, Cuttack
  Graduated in 1950 (2nd batch)
• Diploma in Ophthalmology:
  Aligarh University
  Completed in 1957
• Training in Tropical Medicine:
  Calcutta
  Specialized training in tropical medicine prior to focusing on ophthalmology

Professional Experience:

• General Practitioner (1953 - 1957):
  Started career as a general practitioner after completing MBBS.
• State Health Cadre, Sambalpur (1957-1958):
  Short stint in the state health cadre, focusing on general medical services.
• Ophthalmology Department, S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack (1958-1966):
  
  • Joined the Ophthalmology department under the mentorship of Dr. Mahendra Chandra Mishra.
  • Specialized in ophthalmology and contributed to the department's growth.
• Senior Teacher, MKCG Medical College, Berhampur (1966-1975):
  
  • Prominent role in the ophthalmology department.
  • Developed expertise in dacryocystitis.
• Professor and Head of Ophthalmology, VSS Medical College, Burla (1975-1980):
  Promoted to the position of Professor and served as the head of the Ophthalmology Department.
• Head of Ophthalmology, MKCG Medical College, Berhampur (1980-1984):
  
  • Rejoined MKCG Medical College as the Head of the Ophthalmology Department.
  • Led the department until retirement in 1984.

Post-Retirement Contributions:

Social Services:
Provided free eye check-ups for the underprivileged at Sakhigopal, continuing his legacy of service to the community.

Specialization and Expertise: Ophthalmology Specialist:

• Accomplished in managing dacryocystitis (inflammation of the tear duct).
• Made significant contributions to ophthalmic care during his tenure as an educator and practitioner.

Additional Skills and Interests:

• Art: Excelled in colored paint brush art, showcasing creativity and passion beyond medicine.
• Literature: Engaged in literary pursuits, contributing to the cultural and intellectual community.

Legacy: Oration in His Honor:

The Dr. Laxmikanta Mahapatra Oration was instituted by late Dr. Gadadhar Sarangi to honor his contributions to ophthalmology and his dedication to service.

• Community Service:
  Remembered for his devotion to providing free healthcare services to the poor in Sakhigopal after his retirement, reflecting his lifelong commitment to serving others.

Personal Values: Prof. Dr. Laxmikanta Mahapatra was deeply influenced by the Satyabadi principles of truth, simplicity, and service to humanity. These principles guided his professional journey and personal life, making him a revered figure both in the medical community and beyond.

Date of Demise: January 21, 2015

Awardee

• Oration award will be given to either to a paediatric ophthalmologist or to an ophthalmologist who has contributed significantly to any paediatric eye disease.
• Prof. Dr Jayachandra Das, Retired Prof and Head of Guru Nanak Centre for ophthalmology was given the responsibility to choose a suitable candidate for the purpose.
• But, without dishonouring the departed souls, without disrespecting Prof Jayachandra Das, a selection committee was set up, keeping the future in mind.

The selection committee may be constituted with:

• Prof Dr Jayachandra Das
• President OSOS
• Honorary General Secretary, OSOS
• Chairman Scientific Committee, OSOS
• Head of Post Graduate Institute in Ophthalmology, Odisha (One on rotation basis).

The committee will recommend at least two names to the Executive Committee and the awardee will be finalized by the Executive Committee.

Thus, every year an outstanding paediatric ophthalmologist of the state or the country will be chosen for the award.

Award

• The award is given every year during the annual conference of OSOS
• The selected candidate’s consent will be sought. Failing consent, next in the list be contacted. Consensus is preferred
• If failing, majority opinion of the committee will prevail.
• The selection process must be complete at least four months prior to the annual conference
• The awardee will be intimated at least three months before the date of conference to allow sufficient time in his schedule and preparing for the oration.
• The awardee, besides the travel expenses, local hospitality and complimentary registration, will be presented with a plaque and a certificate during inauguration
• In case the award is not materialised, it will be cancelled.
• Next year fresh selection will be made.

Year Wise Recepients

• 2015 : Prof Dr Jayachandra Das
• 2016 : Dr Lalit Verma
• 2017 : Dr Partha Biswas
• 2018 : Dr Varshini Shanker
• 2019 : Dr Zia Choudhury
• 2020 : Dr Manish Shrivastav
• 2021 : Dr Aparna Rao
• 2022 : Dr Sudarshan kumar Khokhar
• 2023 : Dr Suma Ganesh
• 2024 : Dr Geeta Srinivasan

Personal Information

Date of Birth: April 27, 1942

Date of Demise: July 8, 2016

Father: Sri Lokanath Mahapatra

Brothers:

• Kabi Ramakant Mahapatra (Retd. I.A.S., former Chief Secretary of Odisha)
• Sri Sitakanta Mahapatra (renowned writer)

Spouse: Smt. Prava Mohapatra

Son: Sri Satyakam Mohapatra (working in an International NGO)

Educational Background

• Schooling: Zila Parishad School, Puri
• ISC: Puri
• MBBS: SCB Medical College, Cuttack (Graduated in 1965)
• MS (Ophthalmology): SCB Medical College, Cuttack (Completed in 1970, first attempt)

Professional Experience

• Position: Professor and Head, Department of Ophthalmology
• Institution: MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Odisha
• Tenure: 1970 to 2000

Areas of Expertise:

• Special interest in Glaucoma
• A skilled ophthalmic surgeon, having trained numerous surgeons over his career
• A household name in Ganjam district for providing eye care across southern Odisha

Academic and Clinical Contributions

• Teaching Excellence:
  • Seminars & Discussions: Prof. Mahapatra was the first medical teacher at MKCG to introduce structured daily seminars and case discussions, greatly enhancing postgraduate training.
  • Monthly PG Examinations: Instituted monthly examinations to assess postgraduate students, fostering continuous learning.
• Patient Care:
  • Conducted grand rounds for all admitted patients, ensuring thorough clinical evaluations.
  • Emphasized bedside teaching, making it a core element of postgraduate training.
  • His dedication to patient care and teaching was exemplary, and his meticulous approach became a model for many of his students.
• Mentorship:
  • Prof. Mahapatra’s camaraderie with postgraduates was renowned. His students, some of whom have become prominent ophthalmologists, bear testimony to his sincerity and thorough clinical approach.
  • Many of his students imbibed his rigorous clinical evaluation methods and dedication to the field.

Leadership Roles

• Orissa State Ophthalmological Society (OSOS):
  • Held various leadership positions from 1972 to 1980, including Treasurer, Secretary, and President, contributing significantly to the growth of the society.
• Vision for Departmental Autonomy:
  • As the Head of the Department, Prof. Mahapatra envisioned making MKCG’s Department of Ophthalmology autonomous, inspired by renowned institutes like L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI). Though not realized during his tenure, Odisha eventually saw the establishment of LVPEI in 2007, reflecting his forward-thinking approach.

Contributions to Medical Literature

• Prof. Mahapatra presented numerous scientific papers at prestigious conferences, including the All India Ophthalmological Conferences in Bombay, Patna, and various state-level ophthalmology conferences from 1971 to 1996.
• A prolific writer, he authored several Odia short story books, including the acclaimed "Bara Gacha", continuing the literary legacy of his family.

Awards and Recognitions

• Gandhi Award: Recognized as an exemplary medical professional, receiving the prestigious award from the Government of Odisha on August 15, 1999.

Oration Guidelines:

Award Title:

The award shall be called "Prof. Dr. Chayyakanta Mahapatra Oration Award for Oculoplasty. OSOS"

Awardee Criteria:

• An Oculoplasty Surgeon who has made outstanding contributions to the field of Oculoplasty in Odisha/India will be awarded each year.
• The selection process begins by inviting nominations and applications from various Eye Care Institutes and individuals at least four months before the annual state conference.
• The selection committee will evaluate and decide on the most deserving Ophthalmologist.
• Publications: The candidate must have a significant number of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evaluation Criteria:
  • Among shortlisted candidates, contributions to Ophthalmic Oculoplasty Research and/or Social Responsibility will be considered.
  • The oration cannot be given to any person more than once.
  • The Oration will not be awarded to two persons of same institution with in a span of 3 years.

Award Details:

• Frequency: The award shall be given annually
• Oration: The oration will be delivered at the Annual Conference of OSOS.
  • Duration: 15 minutes – 5 minutes on the awardee's Ophthalmic Journey and 10 minutes on special work done in Oculoplasty by the Orator.
• Presentation: The award will be presented during the Inaugural Ceremony, with a Plaque and Certificate.
• Expenses: The awardee will receive travel expenses, local hospitality, and complimentary registration for the state annual conference in the year of the award presentation.

Awardee Selection Process:

Nominations: Nominations with credentials and adequate proof shall be called for the award in June of the same year as the OSOS Annual Conference.

• The last date for submission of nominations is July 31st of the same year.
• Applicants must furnish:
  • Biodata
  • Experience in Oculoplasty
• The Selection Committee shall comprise:
  • President of OSOS
  • General Secretary of OSOS
  • Chairman Scientific Committee, OSOS
  • Two students of Prof. Chayyakanta Mahapatra, nominated by their forum. One of them will be the convenor of the committee and initiate the selection process. In their absence, any two senior members of OSOS, as nominated by the Chairman Scientific Committee, will assist in the selection.
• Presentation: The award will be presented during the Inaugural Ceremony, with a Plaque and Certificate.
• Expenses: The awardee will receive travel expenses, local hospitality, and complimentary registration for the state annual conference in the year of the award presentation.
• The decision of majority of the selection committee will be final.

Endowment for Award:

• To institute the award, the students will place a minimum amount of Rupees 5 Lakhs at the disposal of the Orissa State Ophthalmological Society. The Society will invest the money in a separate bank account to yield maximum interest annually. The Society is obligated not to utilize the money for any purpose other than discharging the award.

Prof Dr Chhayakanta Mahapatra Oration Awardee

2024: Dr Ashok Grover