VENUE:
Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo (MSCB) University
Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Odisha-757003
About Venue
Mayurbhanj district of Odisha has been listed by the TIMES Magazine among the 50 extraordinary destinations to explore in its list of the World’s Greatest Places of 2023. Baripada is a city and a municipality in Mayurbhanj district in the state of Odisha, India. Located along the east bank of the Budhabalanga river, Baripada is the cultural centre of north Odisha. Baripada, also referred to as the second Puri is majorly known for its beautiful culture and natural vistas. It is host to the world-famous Car Festival (Rathyatra) which allows only women to pull the Rath of Maa Subhadra and gathers huge crowds. An event is organised here, during the mid of April that celebrates the best talents of Chhau, a world-renowned dance form, indigenous to the region. Baripada is also known for its Bangripori "tusser" fabric, that can be found anywhere in its local markets. Also, do not miss the Simlipal Nature Park which has a tiger reserve, sparkling waterfalls, numerous species of animals and birds, Semul or red silk cotton trees and countless other things to leave you awestruck.