Biswambhar Parida

Biswambhar Parida (February 9, 1921—November 25, 1999) was a renowned Indian freedom fighter who was born in the Jagatsinghpur District in the Indian state of Orissa. He plunged into the Indian Independence Movement at a very early age.

After Independence, Parida devoted himself to the field of journalism in the leading regional newspapers of Orissa, such as "The Samaja" and "The Prajantra", for more than 37 years. He also ascended to the top ranks of the state-level and national level freedom fighters' organisation.

During later stages of his life, Parida was active in several social and cultural organisations of Cuttack city and was regarded as one of the most prominent figures in the city. He died in Cuttack on November 25, 1999.