Your hub for Odia culture, music, inspiring talks, and festival specials. Discover heritage, celebrate artists, and meet changemakers shaping our future.
Madhusmita Prusty’s inspiring journey from a royal family to the cremation ground is the heart of this powerful episode of “ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ”, a Durga Puja Special presented by SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM. In this emotional conversation, Smt. Madhusmita Prusty shares her unique life journey, family background, challenges, social expectations and the work that shaped her identity. She speaks about being known not for her royal family background, but for her work and actions. Her journey takes us from a privileged family background to the challenging environment of a cremation ground, where she faced situations and responsibilities that few people would imagine. Madhusmita Prusty also shares deeply personal experiences, including holding a severed head, dealing with her mother-in-law’s dead body, and secretly eating pakhala. She speaks honestly about family opposition, social questions and the courage required to follow her chosen path. This episode celebrates women’s strength, courage, dignity, resilience and independence, reminding us that a person’s true identity can be created through their work and determination.
Watch the full episode and discover the extraordinary story of Madhusmita Prusty.
Like, Share & Subscribe to SOA Radio for more inspiring stories and conversations from Odisha.
00:00 – The Inspiration Behind Social Service & Support from Her Life Partner 03:09 – Yugmayee – Women Through Time | The Strength of Women 04:38 – Meet Madhusmita Prusty | Her Journey into Social Service 06:20 – Giving Dignity & Respect to Unclaimed Dead Bodies 09:31 – COVID-19: Performing Last Rites for 3,000–4,000 Dead Bodies 11:50 – Women’s Safety, Family Support & Social Responsibility 14:08 – From Nursing to 14 Years of Dedicated Humanitarian Service 21:25 – Why She Chose Service Over Financial Reward 38:40 – Train Accident Victims & the Challenge of Last Rites 43:03 – Women’s Courage, Family Values & Special Durga Puja Message
Women’s Strength & Courage is at the heart of this inspiring conversation with Smt. Ipsheeta Das, Physiotherapist, as she shares her journey of service, career challenges, family support, motherhood and professional growth. She speaks about physiotherapy, patient recovery, rural healthcare, rehabilitation and women’s empowerment, while sharing a powerful message: women can pursue their dreams, protect their identity and balance family with career through dedication, courage and determination.
Circular Economy through rooftop gardens can turn unused urban spaces into productive, greener environments. In this episode of PM-PRANAM, Anshuman Mishra, Entrepreneur, discusses how rooftop gardens can go beyond greenery and create opportunities connected to sustainability, food production and entrepreneurship.
The conversation explores the practical side of developing a rooftop garden, including waterproofing, load-bearing capacity, layering systems, drainage cells, growing media and compost. Anshuman Mishra also shares his experience with different approaches to rooftop gardening and the importance of planning before setting up a garden on a building.
The discussion goes further into urban gardening, medicinal plants, organic inputs, food security, polyhouses, vegetables such as bell peppers, water management, honey production and the economic value of rooftop gardening. The episode also considers how these activities can create income opportunities and contribute to a circular economy.
Voice of SOA Radio 90.4 FM brings conversations that connect knowledge, experience, entrepreneurship, agriculture and sustainability with the wider community. This PM-PRANAM episode, in collaboration with HURL, presents practical ideas around sustainable rooftop gardening and its potential for urban spaces.
🎧 Watch the complete conversation and explore the possibilities of rooftop gardens as part of a Circular Economy.
💬 What do you think—can rooftop gardening become a practical Circular Economy model for urban communities?
👍 Like, share and subscribe to SOA Radio 90.4 FM for more conversations on agriculture, sustainability, entrepreneurship and community development.
00:00 Introduction & Entrepreneurship 01:56 Can Rooftop Gardens Become a Circular Economy? 06:08 How Rooftop Gardens Can Reduce Surface Temperature 10:24 Scientific Considerations for Rooftop Gardening 11:03 Waterproofing & Structural Requirements 12:28 Understanding the Rooftop Garden Layering System 16:07 Growing Medium & Compost 24:44 Rooftop Gardening as a Source of Income 32:49 Rooftop Gardens & Food Security 36:34 Entrepreneurship Through Rooftop Gardening
ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ | Durga Puja Special | Episode 1 features Smt. Sunita Verma, Ex-Defence Officer, sharing her inspiring journey, experiences, challenges and perspective on women’s strength, courage and empowerment. A special SOA Radio conversation celebrating the spirit of women during Durga Puja.
SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM celebrates 14 glorious years of connecting, informing, educating, and empowering our community. This special anniversary marks the incredible journey of Voice of SOA Radio, bringing meaningful stories, knowledge, awareness, education, culture, health, agriculture, and community-focused programming to audiences across Odisha.
For 14 years, SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM has been a voice for the community, creating conversations that inform, inspire, educate, and empower. Join us in celebrating this remarkable journey and the people who have made it possible.
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ | ଦୁଇ ବନ୍ଧୁ, ଗୋଟିଏ ସ୍ୱପ୍ନ, ସଫଳତାର କାହାଣୀ | Durga Puja Special | SOA Radio
4 hours ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
ଅଭାବ ସବୁ ଶିଖେଇଦିଏ | Sonali Senapati | ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ | SOA Radio
4 hours ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
Madhusmita Prusty’s inspiring journey from a royal family to the cremation ground is the heart of this powerful episode of “ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ”, a Durga Puja Special presented by SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM.
In this emotional conversation, Smt. Madhusmita Prusty shares her unique life journey, family background, challenges, social expectations and the work that shaped her identity.
She speaks about being known not for her royal family background, but for her work and actions. Her journey takes us from a privileged family background to the challenging environment of a cremation ground, where she faced situations and responsibilities that few people would imagine.
Madhusmita Prusty also shares deeply personal experiences, including holding a severed head, dealing with her mother-in-law’s dead body, and secretly eating pakhala. She speaks honestly about family opposition, social questions and the courage required to follow her chosen path.
This episode celebrates women’s strength, courage, dignity, resilience and independence, reminding us that a person’s true identity can be created through their work and determination.
Watch the full episode and discover the extraordinary story of Madhusmita Prusty.
Like, Share & Subscribe to SOA Radio for more inspiring stories and conversations from Odisha.
00:00 – The Inspiration Behind Social Service & Support from Her Life Partner
03:09 – Yugmayee – Women Through Time | The Strength of Women
04:38 – Meet Madhusmita Prusty | Her Journey into Social Service
06:20 – Giving Dignity & Respect to Unclaimed Dead Bodies
09:31 – COVID-19: Performing Last Rites for 3,000–4,000 Dead Bodies
11:50 – Women’s Safety, Family Support & Social Responsibility
14:08 – From Nursing to 14 Years of Dedicated Humanitarian Service
21:25 – Why She Chose Service Over Financial Reward
38:40 – Train Accident Victims & the Challenge of Last Rites
43:03 – Women’s Courage, Family Values & Special Durga Puja Message
#Yugamayi #MadhusmitaPrusty #DurgaPujaSpecial #SOARadio #SOACommunityRadio #VoiceOfSOARadio #WomenOfOdisha #OdishaWomen #WomenEmpowerment #WomenStrength #WomenCourage #OdiaWomen #OdiaPodcast #OdishaStories #DurgaPuja2026
8 hours ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
Women’s Strength & Courage is at the heart of this inspiring conversation with Smt. Ipsheeta Das, Physiotherapist, as she shares her journey of service, career challenges, family support, motherhood and professional growth. She speaks about physiotherapy, patient recovery, rural healthcare, rehabilitation and women’s empowerment, while sharing a powerful message: women can pursue their dreams, protect their identity and balance family with career through dedication, courage and determination.
#Yugamayi #SamayaSahaNari #DurgaPujaSpecial #WomenEmpowerment #WomenPower #WomenStrength #WomenInspiringWomen #IpsheetaDas #Physiotherapist #SOARadio #SOACommunityRadio #VoiceOfSOARadio #Odisha #Bhubaneswar
1 day ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
Circular Economy through rooftop gardens can turn unused urban spaces into productive, greener environments. In this episode of PM-PRANAM, Anshuman Mishra, Entrepreneur, discusses how rooftop gardens can go beyond greenery and create opportunities connected to sustainability, food production and entrepreneurship.
The conversation explores the practical side of developing a rooftop garden, including waterproofing, load-bearing capacity, layering systems, drainage cells, growing media and compost. Anshuman Mishra also shares his experience with different approaches to rooftop gardening and the importance of planning before setting up a garden on a building.
The discussion goes further into urban gardening, medicinal plants, organic inputs, food security, polyhouses, vegetables such as bell peppers, water management, honey production and the economic value of rooftop gardening. The episode also considers how these activities can create income opportunities and contribute to a circular economy.
Voice of SOA Radio 90.4 FM brings conversations that connect knowledge, experience, entrepreneurship, agriculture and sustainability with the wider community. This PM-PRANAM episode, in collaboration with HURL, presents practical ideas around sustainable rooftop gardening and its potential for urban spaces.
🎧 Watch the complete conversation and explore the possibilities of rooftop gardens as part of a Circular Economy.
💬 What do you think—can rooftop gardening become a practical Circular Economy model for urban communities?
👍 Like, share and subscribe to SOA Radio 90.4 FM for more conversations on agriculture, sustainability, entrepreneurship and community development.
00:00 Introduction & Entrepreneurship
01:56 Can Rooftop Gardens Become a Circular Economy?
06:08 How Rooftop Gardens Can Reduce Surface Temperature
10:24 Scientific Considerations for Rooftop Gardening
11:03 Waterproofing & Structural Requirements
12:28 Understanding the Rooftop Garden Layering System
16:07 Growing Medium & Compost
24:44 Rooftop Gardening as a Source of Income
32:49 Rooftop Gardens & Food Security
36:34 Entrepreneurship Through Rooftop Gardening
#CircularEconomy #RooftopGardening #RooftopGardens #PMPRANAM #HURL #SustainableAgriculture #UrbanGardening #FoodSecurity #Entrepreneurship #SOARadio
2 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
ଯୁଗମୟୀ – ସମୟ ସହ ନାରୀ | Durga Puja Special | Episode 1 features Smt. Sunita Verma, Ex-Defence Officer, sharing her inspiring journey, experiences, challenges and perspective on women’s strength, courage and empowerment. A special SOA Radio conversation celebrating the spirit of women during Durga Puja.
#ଯୁଗମୟୀ #ସମୟସହନାରୀ #DurgaPujaSpecial #SunitaVerma #ExDefenceOfficer #WomenEmpowerment #WomenInDefence #SOARadio #SOACommunityRadio #VoiceOfSOARadio #Odisha
2 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
Celebrating 14 Glorious Years of SOA Community Radio 90 4 FM
2 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
POCSO Act Explained: Child Safety, Abuse & Legal Protection | Plan India | SOA Radio
2 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
Safe & Sustainable Leafy Vegetable Farming in Peri-Urban Areas | Dr. Nitish Kumar Jena | PM-PRANAM
2 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Voice of Soa Radio 90.4
SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM celebrates 14 glorious years of connecting, informing, educating, and empowering our community. This special anniversary marks the incredible journey of Voice of SOA Radio, bringing meaningful stories, knowledge, awareness, education, culture, health, agriculture, and community-focused programming to audiences across Odisha.
For 14 years, SOA Community Radio 90.4 FM has been a voice for the community, creating conversations that inform, inspire, educate, and empower. Join us in celebrating this remarkable journey and the people who have made it possible.
#SOARadio #SOACommunityRadio #VoiceOfSOARadio #14YearsOfSOARadio #CommunityRadio #904FM #Odisha #Bhubaneswar #AnniversaryCelebration #RJRamaballava #RJSitamani #RJSwarupa #RJAkriti #RJShubhashree
3 days ago (edited) | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Load more