World s Largest Open-Air Theatre Dhanu Jatra Kicks Off In Bargarh Town
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Bargarh Dhanu Yatra artistes seek succour Post News Network
Bargarh: Artistes associated with the world-famous Dhanu Yatra Monday met Bargarh district collector Jyoti Ranjan Pradhan and handed over a memorandum, demanding financial assistance for them.
This year, keeping the prevailing COVID-19 situation in mind, the district administration has cancelled the world-famous Dhanu Yatra.
There are many artistes starting from make-up man to actors associated with this yatra. On one hand, this festival has been a source of entertainment for many and on the other; it has been a source of earning for these artistes.
This year they are to lose this once-in-a-year source of income. At a time when most artistes are suffering from financial problems due to cancellation of all sorts of cultural activities, the recent cancellation of Dhanu Yatra has dealt a huge blow to them.
Bargarh Dhanu Yatra Cancelled In Wake Of COVID-19 Pandemic 74
Bargarh: World famous Bargarh Dhanu Yatra, which is scheduled to be held this year from December 31 to January 10, has been cancelled in view of the COVID-19 situation.
A decision in this regard was taken during a meeting of Dhanu Yatra committee headed by Bargarh collector today.
The Yatra is based on the mythological story of Lord Krishna and his demon uncle King Kansa. It is about the episode of Krishna and Balaram’s visit to Mathura to witness the Dhanu ceremony organised by their (maternal) uncle King Kansa.
Dhanu Yatra is the annual drama-based open-air theatrical performance celebrated in and around Bargarh city is considered to be the world’s largest open-air theatrical festival that finds a mention in the Guinness Book of World Records.