Bhubaneswar: Warm greetings poured in from across the state on the occasion of Odia New Year, popularly celebrated as Pana Sankranti, marking the beginning of the traditional Odia calendar year.
Leaders, institutions, and citizens extended their शुभेच्छा, wishing peace, prosperity, and happiness for all. The festival, deeply rooted in Odisha’s cultural heritage, is celebrated with devotion, traditional rituals, and the preparation of the refreshing drink ‘pana’.
People across Odisha celebrated the day by visiting temples, sharing festive delicacies, and spreading messages of hope and positivity.
The occasion signifies new beginnings, encouraging individuals to embrace opportunities and move forward with optimism. Greetings highlighted aspirations for growth, success, and well-being in the year ahead, while also reaffirming the importance of preserving traditions and cultural values.
The festive spirit resonated across homes and communities, ushering in the Odia New Year with joy and renewed enthusiasm.
-OdishaAge
