Festivals - Nirab Alok

Dola Purnima 2026: A Divine Festival of Odisha

Jagannath4 months ago3 months ago03 mins

It is a prominent festival of Odisha, which is celebrated for 5 to 6 days. Dola Purnima, a significant Odia festival known as Dol Jatra or Doul Utsav, brings the community together to celebrate Krishna through colorful processions on the full moon day of Phalguna. As a celebration of divine love, Dola Purnima highlights the…

Pana Sankranti 2026: Traditional New Year of Odisha

Jagannath4 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Pana sankranti also known as Maha Bishubha Sankranti. Pana Sankranti, or Maha Bishuba Sankranti, which falls primarily on Tuesday, April 14th 2026, marks the Odia New Year. It is with a blend of traditional rituals, cultural, and modern celebrations across Odisha. Pana Sankranti occurs around mid-April, marking the first day of the Odia month of Baisakha….