Bhubaneswar, Nov. 4 -- In a major step towards promoting environmental sustainability and preserving Odisha's rich maritime heritage, the state government has decided to make the historic Bali Yatra in Cuttack a plastic-free event this year.
The eight-day festival, scheduled to be held from November 24 to December 1, will feature a range of cultural attractions, traditional products and exhibitions highlighting the historical ties between ancient Kalinga and Bali.
The decision was taken at a high-level review meeting chaired by Odisha Minister for Odia Language, Literature and Culture, Suryabanshi Suraj, to assess preparations for the annual festival, one of the state's most prominent cultural and maritime heritage celebrations.
As part ...