Countdown to Dhanuyatra begins, massive preparations underway

Dhanuyatra, the world's largest open air theatre, is set to begin in just three days and the organising committee is leaving no stone unturned to make its 77th edition a grand success.

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @Bargarh

The 11-day festival will begin on January 3 and continue till January 13.

Prior to the festival on Wednesday, the promotion committee will organise a Rangoli Mahotsav in which a road stretch of Bargarh town will turn into a canvas for hundreds of artists showcasing their artistic abilities.

Last year, over 400 artists made rangolis on over 560 ft X 20 ft stretch of road.

While the performances of Dhanuyatra will take place across 14 stages within a radius of five kilometre, the main stage or the Kansa Durbar will be developed on the Mysore Palace theme this year.

Likewise, a more attractive and modified Ranga Mahal is being made and many popular artists have also been invited this year.