(THE GIST OF PIB) Dhanu Yatra

(January-2023)

Dhanu Yatra

• The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted everyone as Dhanu Yatra begins. The vibrant Dhanu Yatra is associated with the culture of Odisha.

About:

• Dhanu Yatra is an annual drama-based open-air theatrical performance celebrated in Bargarh, Odisha.
• It is considered the largest open-air theatre in the world. Spread over five square km, the entire town of Bargarh turns into a stage for the yatra.
• The ‘Dhanu Yatra’ which marks the victory of good over evil, came into existence in Bargarh in 1947-48 as part of the celebration of the country’s Independence and is held annually.
• Theme: The plays in the festival start with the dethroning of Emperor Ugrasen of Mathura by angry Kansa over the marriage of his sister Devaki with Vasudev. 
• The festival will conclude with the death of demon king Kansa and restoration of the throne to Ugrasen.

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