Dhanu Yatra- Air Theatre Scene with Elephant
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Cultural Heritage of Western Odisha |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | February 20, 2024 |
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 111,000 |
| Perforation | Harrow14½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Wet Offset |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Sh. Sankha Samanta |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 3994 Colnect codes IN 2024.02.20-04d |
| Themes | Animals (Fauna) | Elephants | Festivals | Mammals | Theatre |
Cultural Heritage of Western Odisha Stamp: A Tribute to Tradition
The Department of Posts has issued a special set of commemorative postage stamp honoring the cultural heritage of Western Odisha—a land where Aryan, Dravidian, and Adivasi traditions converge. These stamps capture the soul of Odisha, highlighting its festivals, art, crafts, and folk culture that continue to shape the identity of the region.
Dhanu Yatra: The World’s Largest Open-Air Theatre
Recognized as a National Festival in 2014, the Dhanu Yatra of Bargarh is the world’s largest open-air theatre. Without a written script, the enactment retells the story of Lord Krishna’s birth, childhood, and the defeat of demon king Kansa.
The entire town of Bargarh transforms into Mathura, immersing visitors in a living mythological performance unmatched in scale and devotion.
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