The much-awaited Bali Yatra, one of Asia’s largest trade and cultural fairs, has officially begun in Cuttack on Wednesday, marking the start of a weeklong celebration of Odisha’s glorious maritime history and cultural heritage.

The fair was inaugurated by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who extended his best wishes to traders, visitors, and cultural performers participating in the event.

This year’s Baliyatra carries a special theme — “Aama Bhasha Aama Sahitya” (Our Language, Our Literature) — highlighting the richness of Odia language and literature. For the first time, the “Cuttack-In-Cuttack” pavilion has been entirely dedicated to showcasing Odia literary works, writers, and the evolution of the language through the ages.

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