Odisha commemorates its 88th foundation day: Learn about the history of Jagannath's homeland on Utkal Divas
The new state of Odisha celebrates Utkal Divas or Odisha Foundation Day, also known as Utakala Dibasa or Utkal Diwas, on April 1 every year. The Odia diaspora also celebrates this day with zeal. To commemorate the creation of the Odisha state, which was declared by the government on April 1, 1936, Utkal Divas is observed.
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