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The vibrant cultural heritage of Jharkhand and Odisha takes centre stage with the launch the Jharkhand and Odisha Folk Festival, an inaugural celebration curated by Contact Base<\/a> in association with Axis Bank Foundation and the International Centre Goa (Laran). Debuting from 09 to 11 May 2025, the festival honours the living traditions of Jharkhand and Odisha, spotlighting a dynamic blend of Chhau dance, tribal arts, and rural craftsmanship.<\/p>\n

The festival opens on 09 May 2025, featuring Living Heritage of Jharkhand & Odisha\u2014an evening of Chhau performances and tribal songs and dances, alongside an exhibition of Odisha\u2019s renowned crafts like Ikat weaving, Kotpad weaving, wooden toys, and terracotta at the International Centre Goa.
On 10 May 2025, audiences can dive deeper through an interactive lecture-demonstration workshop showcasing Seraikela Chhau from Jharkhand and Koraput tribal dances from Odisha. A crafts showcase follows offering a closer look at the artisan skills behind these heritage products.<\/p>\n

The final day on 11 May is the Chhau Dance Festival (6:00 to 8:30 pm), presenting a spectacular line-up of three Chhau styles\u2014Seraikela, Kharsawan, Manbhum\u2014alongside a final display of Odisha\u2019s rural handicrafts. The festival invites audiences to experience the rhythmic vitality and artistry of India\u2019s tribal legacy and is an invitation to witness cultural heritage at its best.<\/p>\n

Check out more multiarts festivals\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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