PRESIDENT OF INDIA ATTENDS RAJA PARB CELEBRATION AT RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN
On June 14, 2024, Smt Droupadi Murmu, the President of India, attended the Raja Parb celebration at Rashtrapati Bhavan. During the celebration, she observed various cultural performances, including Raja geet and dance performances such as the Mayurbhanj Chhau dance, Sambalpuri dance, and Karma dance.
As part of the festivities, swings adorned with flowers were set up, serving as the festival’s main attraction. Additionally, Mehndi artists were invited, and a variety of Odia cuisine such as pitha, sherbet, and paan was arranged for the participants.
This marked the first time that the Raja Parb, an agriculture-based festival of Odisha, was celebrated at Rashtrapati Bhavan, offering attendees a unique glimpse into Odia culture and lifestyle.
Raja Parb is one of the most celebrated festivals in Odisha, spanning three days and focusing on agriculture. During the onset of monsoons, women and children enthusiastically celebrate this festival.
