Bhubaneswar gets its own Bali Jatra

Bhubaneswar: The famous Bali Jatra is now not confined to Cuttack only. Bhubaneswar is making attempts to recreate the festive fervour of the famous annual fair of Cuttack in its own backyard. The Bhubaneswar Bali Jatra was kicked off yesterday on the banks of river Prachi near Barang on the outskirts of the city. Stalls […]

Bhubaneswar: The famous Bali Jatra is now not confined to Cuttack only. Bhubaneswar is making attempts to recreate the festive fervour of the famous annual fair of Cuttack in its own backyard. The Bhubaneswar Bali Jatra was kicked off yesterday on the banks of river Prachi near Barang on the outskirts of the city.

Stalls for sale of various household and food items are set up in the fair along with attractive stalls for entertainment of children. The organisers have also lined up cultural programs in the evening to enhance the experience of visitors.