In 1916, Maharaja Satchidananda Tribhuvan Deb, the ruler of Bamada/Bamanda State, arranged the marriage of Princess Ratnamanjari of Bamada state with the Kalahandi Maharaja. To commemorate this union, King Satchidananda Tribhuvan Deb, who was also Ratnamanjari's father, oversaw the construction of a Kirtan Mandap in front of Mahaprabhu Gudi at Govindpur (Bamra) Guntiya Pada. Newly Constructed Kirtan Mandap in front of Mahaprabhu Gudi at Bamra/Bamada. From last year Bamra Makar Yatra is celebrated as Bamra Makar Mahotsav. The Makar Mela is now a significant week-long event, growing in size over the past few years. It used to last for 3 to 4 days, but it has expanded beyond a week. This festival is not only a cultural celebration but also a thriving market for the region. Local artisans and traders showcase and sell a variety of products, including handicrafts, handlooms, and food items. The Mela is particularly famous for its variety of blankets,...