This year OSCAN celebrated the grand Ratha Jatra for the second time in the Netherlands, this major Hindu festival was a resounding success. Marked by unexpected enthusiasm, the event featured special worship, deity processions, and the pulling of a beautifully decorated chariot.

Mr. Rajesh Kumar Sinha delegates from Embassy of India , serving as the Chief Guest, inaugurated cultural programs,  followed by other prominent guests including Puri Gajapati’s daughter Debesi Debi and Ex. Director General of Doordarshan Mrs. Vijayalaxmi Chhabra. The cultural event included Bhajans, Odissi, and Bharatnatyam performances by young and talented participants. Painting and traditional dress competitions added to the festivity. 

The feast included delicious Odia foods like Ghee Anna, Dalma, Paneer , Khata, Puri, Khiri, Papad, Green Salad and Fruits (Sukhila Bhoga). The Rath Yatra’s success was attributed to the guidance of Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingh Deb and OSCAN’s organizational prowess, along with many enthusiastic volunteers . 

Active cooperation and logistical support from prime institutions like Cell Technologies, Nobel Mortgages, Etia Consulting , BCS, AAONXT, Geeksoft Consulting, Prilk Consulting, Dr Kure, and Innoveren IT were crucial to the event’s success.