Following last year’s resounding success, SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) is set to entertain and enthrall the citizens of Rourkela once again with ‘Ekta Mahotsav’ – a grand cultural street carnival. The mega event will take place on 10th January 2027 (Sunday), from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM along the stretch from Gundicha Mandir Chowk to Sector-4 Madhuban Chowk.
Notably, ‘Ekta Mahotsav’ serves as a promotional curtain-raiser for the upcoming 2nd edition of the Rourkela Half Marathon 2027, scheduled for 24th January 2027. Centered on the theme ‘Run for Prosperity’, the Half Marathon aims to foster unity and inclusivity, bringing together participants from across Rourkela and its neighboring peripheral villages. ‘Ekta Mahotsav’ aims to build public enthusiasm ahead of the Rourkela Half Marathon while promoting community participation, healthy living, and cultural harmony.
The festival will feature a wide array of attractions, including multi-genre dance performances, short plays, fancy dress displays, yoga sessions, Zumba, karaoke singing, Rangoli art, painting exhibitions, live art demonstrations, craft stalls, and selfie zones. Expanding its scope this year, the carnival will also introduce sports activities, like matches of Kabaddi, street badminton, and archery. To complement the festive ambience, food corners will serve everything from hot tea and coffee to a variety of mouthwatering delicacies, creating a wholesome family experience for all age groups.
Building on the success of the 2026 edition, which saw over 1,000 registered participants, including more than 700 children, enrolment for this year’s carnival is completely free for both individuals and organizations. Interested participants may register by calling 8895503237 or 8895504821. The deadline for enrolment is 10th December 2026; however, registrations will close earlier once all available slots are filled.
