Odisha’s tableau showcased at R-Day parade in New Delhi

Biswajeet Swain Published On : Jan 26, 2017 at 11:28 AM Updated On : Jan 27, 2017 at 9:06 PM

Odisha Sun Times Bureau
Bhubaneswar, Jan 26:

Odisha showcased the rich Dola Yatra of the state through its tableau during the 68th Republic Day parade on Rajpath in New Delhi today.

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The tableau portrayed the rituals and traditions related to the famous Dola Yatra celebrated during Holi festival on Falguna Dashami before full moon day between February-March.

Notably, a 16-member selection committee of the Ministry of Defence had approved Odisha’s proposal which has been sponsored by the State I&PR department.

The design of the tableau was prepared by a team of artisans namely Gajendra Sahu, Chhatrapati Biswal and Baladeba Maharatha of Bibhuti Kanungo College of Arts and Crafts, Bhubaneswar in association with Pradyumna Dash, senior designer of State I&PR department.