Bargarh: The 11-day Dhanu Yatra, considered to be the world’s biggest open air theatre, in Odisha’s Bargarh will begin from December 24.

The decision was taken at a preparatory meeting held on Monday evening under the chairmanship of Bargarh Collector and Dhanu Yatra Mahotsav Committee President Aditya Goyal. The meeting also discussed security measures, artist selection, budget planning, and infrastructure development. ADVERTISEMENT

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.

Kansa is the central character of Dhanu Yatra and its theme is borrowed from ‘Krishna Leela’ and ‘Mathura Vijay’.

The Collector emphasised on transparency and fairness in choosing Kansa and other a

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