Cuttack district administration has declared Bali Jatra grounds and adjoining areas a “no drone zone” from November 1 to 15 as part of security measures for the upcoming mega fair, which is expected to attract around 50 lakh visitors.

Bali Jatra, one of India’s largest open-air fairs celebrating Odisha’s ancient maritime heritage, will be held from November 5 to 12.

The administration has already begun implementing extensive security and crowd-management plans for the week-long historic festival.

The order, issued by Cuttack collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde under the provisions of BNSS, aims to ensure public safety during the two-week-long cultural extravaganza.

According to the notification, the restriction will cover a 5-kilometre radius around both the Lower and Upper Bali Jatr

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