Odia literature is also rich in its collection of short stories, which offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people and their experiences of love and relationships. One of the most popular short story collections is "Odia Katha" (ଓଡିଆ କଥା) edited by renowned author, Gopikrishna Panda. This collection features a range of stories that explore the themes of love, family, and social issues.