Current Affairs - Festivity

Utkal Diwas is celebrated in Odisha on April 1st every year to mark the formation of the state on that date in 1936, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of Odisha's heritage. The celebration is a tribute to Odisha's rich culture, traditions, art forms, and cuisine, symbolized by the festive atmosphere, decorations, and display of the state flag's colours – green, yellow, and red – representing pride and unity among the Odia community.

The world's largest literary festival, 'Sahityotsav,' will be held in New Delhi. This festival commemorates 70 years of Sahitya Akademi and will feature the participation of over a hundred renowned writers and scholars. The presentation ceremony of the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2023 will also take place during the festival in New Delhi’s Kamani Auditorium.

The ancient "Sominsai" festival in Japan recently concluded after a thousand years of tradition. Held at the Kokuseki Temple, it involved spirited wrestling matches among half nude men over wooden talismans, symbolizing the expulsion of evil, and was deeply rooted in Japanese cultural heritage.

The three-day Nagi Bird Festival is set to occur in Jamui, Bihar. Organized by the Bihar Forest and Environment Department, the festival aims to promote bird conservation and raise awareness about migratory birds and their habitats, fostering tourism in the region.

The prestigious Bharat Rang Mahotsav, India's foremost theatre festival, commenced its festivities in the culturally vibrant Kachchh district of Gujarat, marking the beginning of a vibrant celebration of the performing arts.