Author: Satyabrata Panigrahy
Nature’s wonder: Odisha welcomes Olive Ridley Turtles
In an annual ritual, Odisha gets ready to welcome its marine guests from the Pacific as thousands of Olive Ridley turtles descend on the shores of the Rushikulya estuary for their mass-nesting.
Painting the wild: Winter art camp in Koraput
Once infamous as Odisha’s “red corridor”, Koraput is now a haven for artists from all corners of the country. At a winter art camp organised by Udyosha, the serene landscape of Damanjodi came alive on canvases.
From waste to wonder – Odisha’s eco-friendly cow dung toys
At a time when plastic and rubber toys rule the market, artisans in Ganjam district are crafting them in the traditional way. From dolls to animal masks and vegetable shapes, the toys come in various forms and sizes.