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Nila Madhava captivating: |
 The hidden talent displayed by children and women of Ukkunagaram Township in the Odia mythological drama ‘Nila Madhava’ wowed the audience.Organised by Ukalika Cultural Association on the occasion of Nabakalebar Rath Yatra during week-end, several Odia families from Visakhapatnam Steel Plant and its neighbourhood were left spellbound at Sri Jagannath Complex in Sector-9 during the 90-minute drama.
The story pertained to manifestation of Daru Brahma leading to the first appearance of Lord Sri Jagannath. It was edited, directed and coordinated by UCA secretary A.P. Sahu. The skill displayed by the women and child artistes mesmerised the employees of VSP and their families.
Says Mr. Sahu, Lord Jagannath was originally worshipped as Lord Nila Madhava by a savar king (tribal chief) named Viswavasu secretly in a cave of Nilgiri mountain covered with dense forest. It was Indradyumna, the Dwapara Yuga king of Malwa, who made Lord Jagannath a public deity.
The character of Lord Indrayuyumna sent the message on sacrifice and selfless service to the Lord. At the beginning, the scene performed by children as Kalia and Balia enthralled the audience and set the tone for the drama.
The Sabara tribal dance performed by the children captivated the spectators. The typical colloquial conversation between two tribal Sabara girls (between Lalita and Saria) was the highlight. The emotional moments in the story made an impact on all.
Mementos given
Mementos were given to women Mita (Rashmita Panda), Chiku (Purawee Priyadarshinee), Itu (Puspashree Das), Tafan (Pragyamita Sahu), Roopa (Mausumi Das), Silu (Swagatika Sahoo), child artistes Archis, Aditi, Dudli, Sujal, Rian, Ohm, Kakan, Manali, Sunayana and Anwesha. |
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