This year, the main attraction of the Bali Yatra in Odisha's Cuttack has become the Dahibara Hata or market. Renowned Dahibara vendors from across the city have set up their stalls at the fair, drawing large crowds of food enthusiasts. 

For the first time, the well-known Bidanasi Raghu Dahibara has joined the annual event, adding to the excitement among visitors. Popular names such as Babula, Trinath, and Pratap Dahibara have also opened their stalls, offering visitors the chance to relish the city’s most loved delicacy in one place, reportedly.

It is often said that a visit to the Bali Yatra remains incomplete without tasting Dahibara. This belief has made the Dahibara market one of the busiest spots at the fair. Stalls are reportedly witnessing heavy footfall as locals and tourists queue up to enjoy the signature Cuttack dish.

Efforts To Secure GI Tag For Cuttack Dahibara

As per reports, the Cuttack Traders’ Association expressed optimism that the dedicated Dahibara market will help strengthen the city’s efforts to secure the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Cuttack Dahibara.

Traders believe that showcasing the local delicacy at a cultural fair of such scale will help highlight its unique preparation and long-standing heritage.

Visitors Express Delight

Visitors expressed satisfaction over the arrangements and variety at the market. One visitor said, “We are very happy to be here. Since it is the first day, a few stalls have not yet opened, but the overall experience is great. This is my first visit to the Bali Yatra, and I came mainly to eat Dahibara Aloodum. I really love Dahibara, just as every city has its own signature dish, Cuttack is known for its Dahibara Aloodum.”

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The Dahibara market is expected to attract large crowds each day, reaffirming the dish’s special place in Cuttack’s culinary identity.