Cuttack: The Cuttack Heritage Walk (CHW) crossed a significant milestone as it successfully conducted 68th heritage walk on Sunday.
The heritage walk, participated by 30 members, commenced from the iconic Barabati Fort premises, where the participants delved into the fort’s fascinating history and heritage, spanning its construction to its evolution over the centuries. Srikant Singh, a CHW member, spoke on the fort’s significance and its unfortunate destruction over the years.
A special highlight of the event was the launch of a photo book titled “Vignettes of Baliyatra”, which chronicles the grand celebration of Baliyatra 2024 through a series of photographs. The photographs were taken by Kishore Bit, while the booklet was designed by Aditya Prasad Ghosh. Both contributors, also members of CHW, were felicitated for their work.
As per the tradition, the heritage walk included a surprise destination. This time, participants were taken to the *Raghunath Jew Temple*, a historic site dating back to 14th century. They explored the temple’s architectural beauty and its past, gaining a deeper appreciation for the city’s rich heritage.
The event was documented through photographs, videos, and written records, preserving the memorable moments for posterity. The meeting concluded with a light snack session, fostering camaraderie among the participants. The walk was coordinated by CHW convener Dr. Dipak Samantarai.
Founded in 2019, CHW is a citizen-led initiative aimed at promoting awareness of the city’s history and heritage. Through its walks and activities, CHW continues to inspire a sense of pride and responsibility among citizens to preserve and celebrate Cuttack’s glorious past.
