Malkangiri,28th Oct 2025: The Maa Shyama Kali Puja Committee of Balimela’s Kalichhak area is celebrating its 52nd year of Kali Puja this year. On the occasion of the festival, the Puja Committee has been organizing a series of daily cultural programs to ensure that visitors can enjoy and engage with the festive celebrations.
On the third day of the Puja today, Banisree Kala Niketan, Balimela presented a vibrant cultural program featuring performances by young children. The event was inaugurated by Balimela Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mr. Dhrun Patnaik, Municipality Chairman Mr. Pradeep Nayak, Kalichhak Market Committee Member Mr. Bijay Das, journalist Mr. Shiba Sahu, and other members of the Puja Committee. Following the inauguration, the performances began and were enjoyed by thousands of spectators.
The organizers have announced that a melody night program will also be held tomorrow evening. Officer-in-Charge Mr. Dhrun Patnaik urged the audience to maintain peace and discipline during all the festivities. He reminded everyone that Balimela is a town known for its brotherhood and communal harmony, where people live together like family. He further requested that if anyone notices any disturbance or untoward incident, they should immediately inform the police so that necessary steps can be taken to ensure peace.
Additionally, the Puja Committee informed that within the next three to four days, an awareness program on cyber fraud prevention will be organized. All residents of Balimela have been requested to participate actively in the upcoming awareness campaign.
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