Nuakhai
Nuakhai Juhar is one of the most important and culturally rich agrarian festivals in Odisha, celebrated with great fervor and devotion. The festival has its roots in the agricultural traditions of Western Odisha. It is a reflection of the deep bond that the people of this region share with their land, nature, and crops.
Meaning and Etymology:The word "Nuakhai" c....
Nuakhai Juhar is one of the most important and culturally rich agrarian festivals in Odisha, celebrated with great fervor and devotion. The festival has its roots in the agricultural traditions of Western Odisha. It is a reflection of the deep bond that the people of this region share with their land, nature, and crops.
Meaning and Etymology:The word "Nuakhai" comes from two Odia words:"Nua" (ନୂଆ), which means "new," and"Khai" (ଖାଇ), which means "food" or "eating."Together, "Nuakhai" signifies "eating the new crop," symbolizing the first consumption of the newly harvested grains, especially rice, which is the staple food of the region. This new harvest is offered first to the deities before it is consumed by the community.
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Activities
The nabanna will be offered to Maa Samaleswari during the Lagna.People offer the 'Nabanna' to the deity amidst 'Hulahuli', the beating of drums, cymbals, and sounds of conch shells.After having 'Nabanna' bhog, people seek blessings from elders in the family and locality and the practice is called 'Nuakhai Juhar' in local parlance. People also exchange greetings which is called 'Nuakhai Bhetghat'.
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Samaleswari Temple Trust
Sanjay
Samaleswari Temple, Sambalpur
9437192927
samaleswaritemple[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Jharsuguda,
which is 65 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Sambalpur Railway Station,
which is 2 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Sambalpur,
which is 0KMs away.
