The block-level celebrations of annual cultural extravaganza Mondei that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Nabarangpur, will begin at Parua village under Raighar block on January 12 next.
The block-level celebrations would continue till January 18 while the district-level festival would be held for three days from January 19 to 21.
Besides, for the first time, Deshia Nataka will be staged at the Mondei Ground on January 22 and 23, said Collector Rashmita Panda while presiding over a preparatory meeting.
Various events like Manch Natak Mahotsav, Kavi Sammelan, baby health show, quiz and dance competitions are lined up for the extravaganza. Sub-Collector Gavali Parag Harshad, MlAs Manohar Randhari and Bhujabala Majhi, Zilla Parisad president Motiram Nayak, DRDA PD Pooma Tudu, DFO Swayam Mallik and ITDA PA Narayan Murmu were present at the meeting, among others.