Bhubaneswar, Oct. 4 -- A new 52-minute documentary chronicling the 79-year history, traditions and performances of Bargarh Dhanujatra was screened in Bhubaneswar, documenting the festival's evolution as a major open-air theatrical tradition.
Titled 'Mamu Gharaku Jatra' (A Trip to Uncle's Home), the documentary captures the festival's enactment of the mythological story of Lord Krishna and King Kansa. It was produced by OdishaLIVE with support from Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL).
Bargarh MP Pradip Purohit, who attended the screening as chief guest on Saturday, said the documentary would provide a lasting record of the festival's history and traditions forresearchers, historians and filmmakers.
The event also featured the unveiling of t...