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Odisha is abuzz with fun, frolic, festivities, flavor, and tradition as the vibrant three-day Raja festival draws to a close on Monday.

From remote villages to bustling urban centers across the state, celebrations are continuing with zeal and grandeur, marking the final day of this cherished festival dedicated to womanhood and the onset of the monsoon.

Every Odia household is wrapped in festive aromas, as traditional delicacies like poda pitha and manda pitha are simmering on stoves, filling the air with nostalgia and warmth. The scent of these age-old treats has become synonymous with Raja, symbolizing the culinary richness of ...