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London [UK], October 1: The historic House of Lords, London, will host Bali Jatra UK 2025 on 14th November 2025, marking a landmark occasion that brings one of the world's largest cultural festivals to Britain's corridors of democracy.

The ancient maritime festival of Odisha, Bali Jatra, is poised to enter the global spotlight as it makes its historic debut in the British Parliament this November. For the first time, the centuries-old celebration will open at the House of Lords on 14 November, with a dynamic two-day program bringing together international leaders, scholars, and cultural influencers under the banner "Ancient Maritime Glory to Sustainable Futures." The festivities will continue on 15 November with an international trade fair and cultural gala in Croydon.

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