Jatra artist Nisha Maharana attacked for performing ‘obscene’ dance in Odisha

Jatra actress Nisha Maharana was attacked by an audience for allegedly performing obscene dance number during a programme in Ragadi area under Korei police limits in Jajpur district.

According to sources, Maharana was performing an item number during a melody programme of Swapna Mahal jatra party on Tuesday.

Irate over Maharana’s alleged obscene performance, an audience allegedly hurled chair at the artist in which she sustained injuries on her head. 

Soon after the incident, tension prevailed in the area, sources said, adding that Maharana was rushed to Korei community health centre following the incident. Her condition is stated to be stable.

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“Someone from the crowd attacked me. As an actress, I can expect praise and criticism,” said Maharana.

“As a jatra party, we are responsible to host the show peacefully. We apologize for what happened,” said Kalakar Barik, a member of the jatra committee.

No comments from the police could be obtained over the matter.