Bali jatra:This is why odisha Celebrates world famous economic carnival.

    In Odisha, a coastal state in eastern India, Kartik Purnima is celebrated in a special way with a festival called Boita Bandana or Bali Yatra. It means "sailing boat" or "journey to Bali". On this day, people gather at the various shores to float on small handmade boats with lamps and gifts.

         The event is a tribute to the Kalinga(Odisha formerly know as Kalinga)Sadhabs, ancient traders and seafarers who established maritime links with various regions of the Indian Ocean, such as Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Southeast Asia. 

Boita Bandana is a heritage event that evokes the collective memory and pride of the Odia people. It commemorates the bravery, travel and culture of their ancestors who sailed across the ocean with the help of monsoon winds. The festival also showcases the diversity and richness of Odia cuisine, art, music and literature that has been influenced by foreign contacts. Boita Bandana is a festival that celebrates the spirit of Odisha and its past glory. It is a festival that connects the present with the past on land and sea. It is an event that honors the heritage of Kalinga Sadhabs and their contribution to the world.