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The historic Bali Yatra festival in Cuttack is scheduled to commence on November 5 and conclude on November 12, 2025, along the banks of the Mahanadi River, the district administration announced on Friday. This decision was finalized in a preparatory meeting chaired by the District Collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde, with participation from senior officials and stakeholders.
Unlike previous editions, this year's festival will feature stalls exclusively on the lower ground near Gadagadia Ghat. The upper ground will remain free of commercial setups to ensure better crowd management and safety.
Authorities have emphasized adher...