Tourism and Culture

Bhubaneswar, 30/12/ 2024 ( Odisha Samachar ): The much-celebrated Dhanu Jatra- 2025 will be held in Bargarh district from 3rd January to 13th January, showcasing Odisha’s rich cultural heritage and tradition. The Odisha government is taking significant steps to elevate the festival to international recognition, as detailed by the Culture …

International Artists Showcase Odissi Dance at Utkal Rangamanch Bhubaneswar, 19/12/2024 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-The timeless tradition of Odisha’s classical dance, Odissi, along with its vibrant folk dances, reflects the cultural ethos and identity of the state. To promote and exchange cultural values internationally, the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra …

  Konark, 2/12/2024 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra ) : The second day of the 35th Konark Festival 2024 unfolded with a magnificent display of Indian classical dance forms, featuring Manipuri and Odissi performances against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sun Temple. Chief Guest of the evening Hon’ble Judge of …

Bhubaneswar 06/11/2024 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-Odisha Tourism marked an important step forward at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024 by showcasing the state’s tourism potential to the UK and European source markets. Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Smt. Pravati Parida inaugurated Odisha’s pavilion at ExCel Center, …

Bhubaneswar, 25/9/2024 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-In the spirit of this year’s World Tourism Day’s theme “Tourism and Peace,” the Cultural Association of the Department of Tourism organized a Blood Donation Camp at Paryatan Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, promoting peace, compassion, and community engagement. Inaugurating the camp Hon’ble Deputy Chief …

Bhubaneswar, 12/07/2024( Odisha Samachar/Rajat Mohapatra)- Today was the concluding evening of the Shree Jagannath’s Devotional Music Festival ‘Guhari 2024’ organized by Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Center in association with  Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture at Rabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar. Concluding evening had renowned vocalists like Gita Pattnaik, visually …

Bhubaneswar, 27/06/2024( Odisha Samachar )-  It is with profound sadness that Najdankanan Zoological Park announces the passing of Sara, a cherished wild tigress and an integral part of the Nandankanan family. Sara’s journey began when she was rescued from Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh, on October 18, 2006, at just …

Bhubaneswar 25/06/2024 (Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-  Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism Minister SmtPravati Parida initiated the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” by planting a sapling in Paryatan Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. With the planting of a ‘Baula’ sapling, this initiative underscores the importance of nurturing and respecting nature …

Bhubaneswar ,14/6/2024 ( Odisha Samachar) : The archival travelling art exhibition titled “Boy Dancer: Convergence and Continuum- A Revisiting” with art works by Birendra Pani and with artistic direction of Dr. Rajashree Biswal organised by New Bridge India in collaboration with Odisha State Museum and supported by Ila Panda Centre …

  The first OYO-OSDA homestay in Puriwas inaugurated by Shri TusharkantiBehera, Minister of Sports & Youth Services, Odisha. The Honourable Minister was joined by Smt. AlkaMisra, Chairperson, (OSDA) for the inauguration. OYO plans to expand its footprint in Odisha by introducing an additional 50 homestays within the next year across …