Bargarh, Jan 15: The world famous Dhanu Jatra in Bargarh, the largest open-air theatre to begin from today. The 11-day annual event will conclude on January 25, 2024.

Dhanu Yatra is based on Krishna Leela and showcases the mythological story of Lord Krishna and his uncle demon king Kansa.

During the festival, Bargarh transforms into Mathura. River Jeera symbolically represents river Yamuna and Ambapali, which is located on the other side of Jeera, turns into Gopapur.

King Kansa will perform on 14 stages that have been constructed at different locations in the town during the 11-day festival till January 25.

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