The traditional boat sailing festival of ancient Odisha was orgainsied by Gobardhan Dhal President Bal Jagruti Association of Delhi to celebrate 12th Boita Bandana Dhal Utsav at India Gate Boat club. People sail on the colourful boats to begin the festival.
Dharmendra Pradhan , Union Pertroleum and Natural Gas minister graced the occasion and said next year this colorful function will be organised on large scale. The festival reminds the ancient maritime business of the then sadhabas (Kalinga).