Mayurbhanj, April 12 -- The Chaitra Parba festival has officially commenced in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district to mark the beginning of the Odia New Year, which falls on April 14 this year, bringing together artists from across India to celebrate the region's rich cultural heritage, traditional art forms and folk performances.

Speaking to ANI, District Collector and Magistrate Hema Kanta said on Saturday that Chaitra Parba marks the beginning of the Odia New Year, symbolising a new vision and renewed developmental goals for the district. "As every Odia knows, Chaitra Parba marks the start of the Odia New Year. Similarly, a new goal, a new vision, and a new venture are beginning with the new financial year," he added.

On the occasion, the C...