Archive · 25 Dec 2025
President Murmu Greets on Bargarh Dhanu Yatra
The Dhanu Yatra is a big festival in Odisha, India.
It's like a huge outdoor play where people act out stories from Lord Krishna's life.
This year, it's the 78th time it's happening, and it will last for 11 days.
The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, and the Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, wished everyone a happy festival.
The government gave money to make sure the festival is a success.
During the festival, the town of Bargarh turns into ancient cities, and everyone can watch the play live on TV or online.
President Droupadi Murmu and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan greeted people on the occasion of the Dhanu Yatra festival in Odisha.
The 11-day festival, in its 78th edition, begins on December 27 and continues until January 3.
Bargarh town transforms into ancient Mathura and Gopapur, enacting 'Krishna Leela' showcasing Lord Krishna's victory over Kansa.
The state government has sanctioned Rs 1 crore for the festival and arranged for live streaming across the state and the country.
The festival is known for its unique identity as the world's largest open-air theater, reflecting Odisha's rich culture and traditions.
- Who
- President Droupadi Murmu, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, People of Odisha
- What
- Dhanu Yatra festival, a large open-air theater enacting Krishna Leela
- When
- December 27, 2023 to January 3, 2024
- Where
- Bargarh, Odisha, India
- Why
- To celebrate the cultural heritage and mythological stories of Lord Krishna's victory over Kansa
- Festival Name
- Dhanu Yatra
- Location
- Bargarh, Odisha
- Duration
- 11 days (Dec 27 - Jan 3)
- Edition
- 78th
- Government Funding
- Rs 1 crore
- Key Figures
- President Droupadi Murmu, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
