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Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Exhibition Showcases Odisha’s Cultural Grandeur

Bhubaneswar:11/1/25:The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Exhibition at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, has opened its doors to the public, offering a vibrant showcase of Odisha’s rich art, culture, and heritage.

The exhibition, which runs until January 12, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who highlighted the significance of Odisha’s traditions and maritime legacy.

The exhibition features thematic displays that delve into the state’s timeless traditions, including the revered Jagannath culture, the historical Manabasa Gurubar, and the colorful Dol Purnima. Visitors are treated to an immersive experience of Odisha’s classical and folk dances, traditional crafts, and significant festivals.

A detailed depiction of Odisha’s history, from the Kalinga War and Paika Rebellion to its recognition as a separate state in 1936, takes center stage. Iconic cultural symbols such as photographs of Rath Yatra, Sunabesha, and the Konark Wheel further emphasize the state’s heritage.

Notable artifacts on display include Pipili’s Chandua, Pattachitra, Sambalpuri sarees, and traditional handlooms, showcasing the state’s exquisite craftsmanship. Odisha’s tribal heritage, local crafts, and music are also prominently featured, providing a comprehensive look at the state’s cultural landscape.

A digital representation of ancient maritime trade journeys by ‘Sadhabas’ has attracted significant attention, along with interactive elements like a digital quiz on Odisha’s history, festivals, and tourism. The Department of Odia Language and Literature has also introduced a comprehensive digital encyclopedia on Odisha, offering in-depth knowledge for all attendees, including Pravasi Bharatiyas.

The Odisha Exhibition Hall stands as a testament to the state’s cultural grandeur, leaving visitors captivated by its holistic portrayal of Odisha’s rich traditions. The exhibition is a key highlight of this year’s Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrations, inviting the public to explore and appreciate the vibrant tapestry of Odisha’s cultural identity.

About Editor in chief

Ashok Palit has completed his graduation from Upendranath College Soro, Balasore and post graduation from Utkal University in Odia Language and literture.. He has also carved out a niche for himself as a scribe of eminence after joining the profession in 1988. He is also an independent media production professional. He brings loads of experience to Advanced Media, Ashok Palit as a cineaste has been active in film criticism for over three decades. As a film society activist, he soared to eminence for his profound commitment to the art film appreciation and aesthetics of cinema. His mode of discourse is often erudite but always lucid and comprehensible marked by a perfect acumen so rare in the field. A film aesthete with an immense fond of critical sensibilities, he wrote about growth and development of odia cinema in New Indian Express, The Times of India, The Hindustan Times, The Asian Age and Screen. He has been working as an Editor for Cine Samaya from 2002-2004.. He had made solid contribution on cinema in many odia Dailies and weekly such as Samaj, Prajatantra, Dharatri, Samaya, Satabadi, and weekly Samaya.
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