Cuttack: Other than crowd, Bali Jatra is infamous for the dusty air from the riverbed. Masks, hence, are everywhere. Apart…
The Bali Jatra (meaning voyage to Bali) is organized every year in Cuttack to commemorate and celebrate the maritime tradition…
Cuttack: There is a lot to explore in Cuttack and what better way to do it than be a part…
Eighty-two years old now and his memory of the first visit to Bali Jatra is a bit hazy. "It was…
What makes a fair special? It has to be the fascinating mix of smells, sounds and sights. It was true…
Food is what attracted many to Bali Jatra. The range of eatables was wide. "Dahibara and aloo dum sold the…
"Nothing would stop our trips to the Jatra. A bunch of youngsters would set off on cycles from our hostel…
Boita Bandana celebrations in Canada were full of the rich culture of Odisha and a night to remember for everyone.…
The mention of Bali Jatra stirs fond memories in Geeta Satpathy, 59. She was around seven when she first visited…
Communal memory is more powerful than history. Our ancient maritime glory lives on in collective memory through the celebration of…