New Delhi, Nov 22: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan here on Friday attended the 'Odisha Parba 2024' at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.

He also visited the stalls with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, which set up by the people of Odisha to showcase the art and culture of Odisha.

“For all us Odias, the Odisha Parba in Delhi is like a warm embrace on a cold winter evening. It is a great platform to immerse in the rich cultural tapestry of Odisha in the heart of Delhi. Delighted to be at JLN Stadium to celebrate Odisha and her culture. Grateful to the Odia community for joining the grand celebrations. #OdishaParba2024,” Pradhan posted on X.

For all us Odias, the Odisha Parba in Delhi is like a warm embrace on a cold winter evening.

It is a great platform to immerse in the rich cultural tapestry of Odisha in the heart of Delhi. Delighted to be at JLN Stadium to celebrate Odisha and her culture. Grateful to the… pic.twitter.com/jgSV2vGuAM

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) November 22, 2024

President Droupadi Murmu also graced the Odisha Parba 2024 this evening.

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Odisha Parba has played an important role in making people aware of the rich heritage of Odisha’s art, literature, dance, music and cuisine. She appreciated all stakeholders for organising this event for a decade in New Delhi.

This year’s Odisha Parba is the seventh edition of the grand festival being hosted by Odia Samaj which is a platform for Odias living outside the state and country. Organisers said the association of NROs has been striving towards promoting Odisha and its culture, craft and much more at the world stage.