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Life & fun · January 13, 2026

Odia Bhasa

Learn to read and write Odia in one simple app

What it does

Odia Bhasa is a completely free, ad-free app that helps children and beginners learn to read and write Odia from the basics. Unlike most kids apps, it has no ads, and no notifications. Children can learn Odia alphabets, conjunct letters, numbers, and practice handwriting using a simple in-app slate. The app also includes Odia books, stories, prayers, and the classic “Chhabila Madhu Barnabodha” in digital form. Built with a focus on child safety, language preservation, and simplicity.

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