Odia diaspora wants Odisha to promote its culture globally

Odia diaspora members are urging Odisha to boost international tourism by promoting its cultural heritage and festivals. They believe this will attract more global visitors. The diaspora suggests partnering with foreign agencies and leveraging Odias abroad to promote events like Rath Yatra and Bali Yatra. They propose digital campaigns and curated tourism packages to showcase Odisha's culture. Recommendations include seeking UNESCO recognition for festivals and improving infrastructure like walking lanes. They also suggest early announcement of festival dates and premium access options.