Bhubaneswar, June 24: As the grandeur of Rath Yatra is celebrated with devotion and fervour across the globe, Odia diaspora living in various corners of the world continue to uphold their cultural and spiritual roots.
Playing a significant role in connecting Odias abroad with the spirit of Odisha, leading regional news channel Prameya News7 is once again taking Odisha’s vibrant traditions overseas by broadcasting the Rath Yatra festivities live from international locations.
This year, Prameya News7’s efforts are reaching as far as Canberra, Australia, where the Hindu Temple and Charitable Centre are organising the 15th edition of the Rath Yatra. News7 will provide exclusive live coverage straight from ground zero, making it accessible to countless Jagannath devotees worldwide.
The Rath Yatra in Canberra has been celebrated for the last 14 years by the Indian community. Under the leadership of temple president Lakhana Sharma and vice-president Agasti, a young Odia expatriate, the upcoming celebration promises to be larger and more vibrant. The channel’s Southern India head, Ranjan Acharya, is expected to travel to Sydney soon to spearhead the coverage.
Adding to this year’s international celebrations, Sydney will host its first-ever Rath Yatra with support from Odia organisation Orioz. Prameya News7 is all set to broadcast the event as well. Coordinated by Sujit Jena, the Sydney Rath Yatra marks a milestone in the global celebration of Odia festivals.
Further extending the cultural bridge, Rath Yatra celebrations are also being held this year in Melbourne, as well as in countries like Germany, New Zealand, and Nigeria—a testament to the global devotion to Lord Jagannath.
Worth mentioning, Prameya News7 has provided special coverage of Odisha’s festivals from international hubs like Singapore, UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Bangkok. Through its consistent efforts, the channel has become a cultural messenger, bringing Odisha’s rich heritage to foreign soil and reinforcing a strong connection for Odias living abroad.
