Bhubaneswar is getting ready to host Sisir Saras–2026, a large rural fair organised by ORMAS under the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department, Government of Odisha. The fair will take place from January 10 to January 18, 2026, at the IDCO Exhibition Ground, Bhubaneswar.

The event will bring together artisans, producers, and women’s Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from Odisha and nearly 20 other states, making it a colourful celebration of India’s rural culture, crafts, and traditions.

Event Highlights:

• Event Name: Sisir Saras–2026
• Dates: January 10 to January 18, 2026
• Venue: IDCO Exhibition Ground, Bhubaneswar
• Organiser: ORMAS, Government of Odisha
• Collaboration: Mission Shakti
  

What Visitors Can Expect

• 340 sales stalls and 35 food stalls, creating a lively Mini India Market
• Traditional handloom and handicrafts from Odisha, including:
  
  • Textiles from Bargarh, Sambalpur, Balangir & Subarnapur
  • Lac products from Balasore
  • Papier-mache from Keonjhar
  • Woodcraft from Kandhamal & Kalahandi
  • Golden grass crafts from Kendrapada & Jagatsinghpur
  • Terracotta from Balangir
  • Black rice and lemongrass from Koraput
  • Millet-based products from Sundargarh
    

Crafts from Other States

• Kalamkari – Andhra Pradesh
• Kosa silk – Chhattisgarh
• Tussar silk – Jharkhand
• Chikankari – Uttar Pradesh
• Woollens – Jammu & Kashmir
• Phulkari – Punjab
• Block prints – Madhya Pradesh
• Traditional jewellery – Karnataka
  

Workshops & Training

• 6 workshops and training programmes
• Around 850 SHG and CBO members will participate
• Focus areas include:
  
  • Business and enterprise development
  • Branding and packaging
  • Improving product shelf life
  • Market competitiveness
    

Cultural & Entertainment Programs

• Cultural performances and folk shows
• Fashion shows featuring handloom products
• Kite and drone shows
• A special musical night in memory of Humane Sagar
  

Eco-Friendly & Social Focus

• Plastic-free fair environment
• Proper lighting, security, and drinking water facilities
• Sales target of ₹30 crore to support rural livelihoods
• Strong push for “Vocal for Local” and Atmanirbhar Odisha
  

Minister Rabi Narayan Naik praised Sisir Saras–2026 as an important step towards strengthening rural entrepreneurship and encouraged everyone to make the event a grand success.