Argus News - Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 Concludes With Record-Breaking Footfall And Trade

Cuttack, Nov 14: The Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025, Asia’s largest open-air trade fair, concluded after nine days of vibrant festivities, cultural showcases, and massive public participation. Held on the banks of the Mahanadi River, this year’s edition drew an estimated crowd of over 70 lakh visitors, setting new benchmarks in attendance and business.

According to official estimates, Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 witnessed trade worth approximately ₹4,000 crore, with the National Pallishree Mela alone contributing over ₹500 crore. More than 2,500 registered stalls and over 1,000 informal vendors participated, offering a diverse range of products from across India.

The fairgrounds, spread across 60 acres in the lower ground, saw daily footfalls of 5–6 lakh, peaking at 15 lakhs on the weekend. On Sunday, the overwhelming crowd led authorities to halt vehicular movement within an 8-kilometer radius to ensure safety and crowd control.

A major highlight of Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 was the Bollywood Night featuring performances by renowned playback singers Shreya Ghoshal and Harshdeep Kaur. Ghoshal’s concert alone attracted nearly 12 lakh spectators, while the combined turnout for both shows crossed 30 lakhs.

Other attractions included the “Cuttack in Cuttack” laser light show, the Boita Bandana competition, and the “Odia Asmita” literary pavilion. Daily cultural programs and food stalls, especially the popular Dahibara Aloodum counters, added to the festive atmosphere.

The Cuttack district administration had been preparing for Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 for over six months, ensuring streamlined plot allocation and enhanced crowd management.

The closing ceremony of Historic Baliyatra Cuttack 2025 was graced by Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan and Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, who felicitated several distinguished individuals for their contributions.