Scenic snapshots of Odisha captured for today.

As the auspicious festival of Ganesh Puja approaches, devotees in Kataka can be seen eagerly purchasing beautifully crafted Ganesh idols from the roadside near Gourisankar Park. The vibrant idols, adorned with intricate details and ornaments, are sure to catch the eye of anyone passing by. Meanwhile, at Chandinchowk Bandhabaseli Club, a skilled craftsman carefully embellishes a Ganesh idol with dazzling jewels and accessories.

This traditional form of decoration adds to the grandeur of the idol, making it the center of attention during the Puja celebrations. In another part of the city, artists from Manchanayak and Sambalpur come together to put on a captivating drama titled 'Saraga Naraka' at the renowned Rabindra Mandap. The performance, filled with powerful acting and mesmerizing music, leaves the audience spellbound and immersed in the mythological story.

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