Baliyatra / Odisha Governor, CM Invited for ‘Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025’
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Indonesia has been named as the official partner nation for the Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025.
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati and CM Mohan Charan Majhi have been invited for the festival.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31: Preparations are in full swing for the
‘Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025’, one of Asia’s largest trade fairs, held
annually on the banks of the Mahanadi River in Cuttack, Odisha. The district
administration has begun distributing invitations, starting with a ceremonial
invite to Goddess Katakachandi, followed by formal invitations to the Governor
and Chief Minister of Odisha.
Invitation to Governor and CM
On Friday, Collector and District Magistrate Dattatraya
Bhausaheb Shinde called on Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati and Chief Minister
Mohan Charan Majhi in Bhubaneswar separately and presented invitation cards for
their esteemed presence at the ‘Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025’.
Dates, Venue and Significance
Cuttack, the Millennium City of Odisha, will host the
Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 on the banks of the Mahanadi River from
November 5 to November 12.
Baliyatra, meaning “Journey to Bali,” honours Odisha’s old tradition of traders
sailing to distant lands in boats called Boitas from the Mahanadi River during
Kartika Purnima. The festival stirs up warm memories of Odisha’s rich heritage
and continues to amaze visitors.
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Indonesia as Partner Nation
Indonesia has been named as the official partner nation for
the Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025. The
collaboration aims to celebrate the centuries-old maritime relationship between
Kalinga (present-day Odisha) and the Indonesian archipelago. A dedicated
pavilion at the iconic fair will showcase Indonesian handicrafts, art, and
cultural heritage, highlighting the historical trade ties between Odisha and
Southeast Asia.
Argus News As ‘Exclusive Media Partner’
Argus News (Pratham Broadcast Pvt. Ltd.), one of the leading
24/7 Odia news channels, has been announced as the ‘Exclusive Media Partner’
for the upcoming Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025. This is the first time when a
media house will feature as the ‘Exclusive Media Partner’ for the historic
festival.
Promoting Odia Literature
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✨Preparations for cultural stages and events like “Cuttack in Cuttack” and “Oramasa” are underway. In a unique initiative to promote Odia literature, the district administration has purchased 75,000 books for free distribution during the fair.
The initiative aims to reconnect the youth with Odia
literature in the digital age. Visitors can receive free books and explore
Odisha’s rich cultural and literary traditions, making Baliyatra not just a
commercial fair but a celebration of heritage.
Cultural Events
Each evening, cultural groups from Odisha and other states will perform dances like Odissi, Chhau, Bihu, Mahari, Gotipua, Sambalpuri, and Santali folk at the fairgrounds. Around 2,500 stalls will showcase crafts, household items, and foods for visitors.
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