Nabarangpur, Feb, 26: The Subhadra Shakti Mela will commence from February 25, 2026, at the police ground in Nabarangpur district headquarters. On this occasion, a press conference was held today at the District Parishad Conference Hall, where District Collector Dr. Maheswar Swain shared detailed information about the organization of the mela and the various arrangements made for the event.
According to the information provided, the mela will feature 120 stalls. Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from within and outside the district will participate, showcasing and selling their products. SHG-managed livestock feed stalls will also take part. It is expected that business worth approximately ₹5 crore will be generated through the SHGs and other stalls during the event.
The inauguration ceremony will be attended by the Hon’ble Minister of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development, the Hon’ble Minister of School and Mass Education, along with Members of Parliament and Members of the Legislative Assembly as chief guests.
From February 26, 2026, to March 3, 2026, special panel discussions will be held every day at 11:00 AM on topics such as women empowerment, women entrepreneurship, Lakhpati Didi, the role of women in health and sanitation, gender equality, and women’s legal rights.
Every evening from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, a total of 28 cultural programs will be presented by local troupes of the district, along with renowned artists and cultural groups from the districts of Sambalpur, Balangir, Kalahandi, and Sonepur.
On February 25 at 3:00 PM, a ceremonial Kalash Yatra will be organized from the Maa Bhandar Gharani Temple to the police ground, accompanied by various cultural troupes.
Adequate arrangements have been made for law and order, traffic control, sanitation, drinking water, fire safety, first aid, and food and accommodation facilities for artists and members of Self-Help Groups.
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