Traditional Dandiya and Garba Dances Add Colour to Navratri Celebrations in Nabarangpur During a Special Programme Organised by Bajrang Dal at Raja Chaitanya Nodal High School Ground

Nabarangpur, Oct 21 [UDN}:A colourful Dandiya and Garba dance programme was organised by the Bajrang Dal at the playground of Raja Chaitanya Nodal High School in Nabarangpur on the occasion of Sharadiya Navratri. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation by dance groups from different parts of Nabarangpur district, while a large number of spectators from nearby areas gathered to enjoy the cultural celebrations.

Nabarangpur District Planning Board Chairman and MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi attended the programme as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp. The occasion was also graced by several distinguished guests, including District Sports Association Secretary Prahallad Tripathy, telefilm director and District Sports Association Joint Secretary Manoj Kumar Patnaik, and senior Traders’ Association member Murti Babu.

The guests encouraged the participating artists and appreciated their performances, highlighting the importance of cultural programmes in promoting traditional art forms, community participation and festive spirit during Navratri.

At the beginning of the programme, Bajrang Dal office-bearers felicitated the invited guests by presenting them with traditional ceremonial shawls as a mark of respect.

Both group and solo dance performances were presented during the event. Dance teams representing different corners of the district participated enthusiastically, adding colour and vibrancy to the Navratri celebrations. The performances attracted considerable attention, with audiences enjoying the energetic Dandiya and Garba presentations.

The successful organisation of the programme was made possible through the collective efforts of Bajrang Dal members, including Suraj Harijan, Akash Nayak, Siddhant Harijan, Pinati Nayak, Shravan Nayak, K. Kiran, Rabindra Sahu, Bijay Harijan, Shubham Chaudhury, Ashish Kumar Patra, Mohan Harijan, Sriram Bhatra, Om Das Bhatra and Rajmohan Bhatra, along with other members of the organisation.

Singer Kumar Samar conducted the cultural programme, ensuring its smooth and engaging presentation. The event concluded amid an atmosphere of enthusiasm and festive celebration, reflecting the community’s participation in the Sharadiya Navratri festivities in Nabarangpur.