The much-anticipated Dhanu Yatra of Bargarh—billed as the world’s largest open-air theatre—will be held this year from December 24 to January 3, 2026, transforming the entire town into a mythological stage for 11 days, sources said on Monday.

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The official dates were finalised in a dedicated meeting held by the Dhanu Yatra Mahotsav Committee, chaired by Bargarh district Collector Aditya Goyal, who also serves as the event president. The date announcement followed unanimous discussions on logistics and cultural planning.

This year, new actors will be selected to play demon king Kansa, his ministers, and other central characters—injecting fresh energy into the age-old tradition. However, wel

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