A matter of immense pride for our institution is that Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Odisha, is a distinguished alumnus of Anandapur College. His inspiring journey from the classrooms of this institution to the highest executive office of the State reflects the values of perseverance, leadership, integrity, and excellence that our College strives to instil in every student.

Situated on the serene banks of the sacred River Baitarani, Anandapur College was established to fulfil the long-standing aspiration of the people of Anandapur Sub-Division for access to higher education. Beginning its academic journey in July 1964 with just 90 students and six lecturers, the College has grown into one of the leading institutions of higher education in the region.

Today, the College offers undergraduate programmes in Arts, Science, and Commerce, with Honours courses across a wide range of disciplines. With nearly 2,000 students, over 50 dedicated faculty members, modern academic facilities, and hostel accommodation for boys, girls, and SC/ST students, the institution continues to uphold high standards of teaching, learning, research, and inclusive education.

Over the past six decades, Anandapur College has earned a distinguished reputation for academic excellence, commendable university results, research, cultural and literary activities, sports, extension programms, and community service. These achievements are the result of the collective dedication of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and well-wishers.

As we look to the future, we remain committed to strengthening our academic infrastructure, embracing innovation and digital learning, promoting research, entrepreneurship, skill development, and holistic education, while preserving the values and traditions that define our institution. Our vision is to transform Anandapur College into a vibrant centre of excellence that continues to contribute significantly to the educational development of Odisha.

I extend my heartfelt appreciation to our students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and all stakeholders for their unwavering support. I also seek the continued encouragement, recognition, and support of the Government of Odisha, the academic community, our distinguished alumni, and society at large as we strive to take Anandapur College to even greater heights.

Together, let us continue our journey towards excellence—guided by our glorious legacy, inspired by our shared commitment, and driven by our vision for a brighter future.   

 

PROFILE OF DR. DEBENDRA NARAYAN PATRI

Academician | Scholar of Commerce | Author | Higher-Education Administrator | IQAC & NAAC Professional | Institutional Leader

Dr. Debendra Narayan Patri is a senior academician, scholar of Commerce, prolific textbook author and higher-education administrator with over three decades of service in collegiate education in Odisha. Born on 15 July 1969 at Bhadrak, Odisha, he holds M.Com., M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Commerce. He began his teaching career on 25 September 1991 and has since served in academic, administrative, legal and institutional leadership roles.

As a Commerce teacher and Reader, Dr. Patri has contributed extensively to teaching and academic development, particularly in areas involving analytical and quantitative learning. His academic interests and contributions encompass Business Mathematics, Business Statistics, Statistical Methods, Quantitative Techniques, Business Research, Economics, Management, Linear Programming and Numerical Methods.

A significant phase of his career was his deployment to the Directorate of Higher Education, Odisha, in 2006 as an Officer dealing with Legal Matters. This assignment provided him with valuable experience in Government procedures, service matters, institutional administration and higher-education regulations, strengthening his subsequent administrative and leadership responsibilities.

Dr. Patri is also an accomplished academic author. In collaboration with his father, Sri Digamber Patri, he has authored and co-authored numerous textbooks and reference works, many published by Kalyani Publishers. His books have supported students of B.Com., M.Com., BBA, MBA and Economics-related programmes across various university systems in India, particularly in quantitative and analytical disciplines.

He has made notable contributions to institutional quality assurance through his association with Salipur College/Salipur Autonomous College, where he served as Coordinator of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). He was involved in institutional documentation, self-assessment, quality enhancement, NAAC-related processes and accreditation activities, including the institution's Third Cycle of NAAC assessment in 2022. He was also associated with the institutional process leading to Autonomous Status in 2014.

Dr. Patri subsequently assumed institutional leadership as Principal-cum-Secretary of Narasinghpur College, Cuttack, with effect from 1 May 2023, with responsibilities encompassing academic administration, institutional governance and delegated financial functions.

On 23 July 2026, he assumed charge as Principal-cum-Secretary of Anandapur College, Anandapur, Odisha, where he presently oversees academic planning, faculty and student affairs, institutional discipline, quality assurance, infrastructure development, financial and administrative management, Government and University coordination, and overall institutional development.

Dr. Patri's professional journey reflects a progressive integration of teaching, scholarship, academic authorship, Government-level administration, legal and service matters, IQAC/NAAC work and institutional leadership. His present assignment at Anandapur College represents the culmination of more than three decades of experience devoted to higher education, academic development, institutional quality and public service.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Dr. Debendra Narayan Patri

 Principal Cum Secretary