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UTKAL DIVAS : 1 APRIL 2023

TRIBUTE TO THE UNIQUE
TRIBUTE TO THE UNIQUE

CULTURE OF ODISHA
CULTURE OF ODISHA

Odisha, which has almost 2000 years old
historical and grand cultural heritage,
occupies an important place in India from time
immemorial till the present. The country is
proud of the unique cultural heritage, natural On the special occasion of Utkal
beauty, architecture, handicrafts, and dance arts Divas, best wishes to the people
of this land which gives an eternal message of
love and peace to humanity. Odisha, which is of Odisha. Odia people are
celebrating its 88th foundation day on 1 April making landmark contributions
2023, is also known for its kind and hardworking to India’s progress and Odia
people. On 1 April 1936, 'Orissa' was formed culture is globally admired. I
on a linguistic basis, and in 2011 its name pray for Odisha’s development
was changed to 'Odisha'. It is the land of Lord in the times to come.
Jagannath, Lingaraj, Konark, and other rich
heritage sites which give the message of peace - NARENDRA MODI, PRIME MINISTER
and love to the world…

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