Veteran jatra artist dies at 71; family blames loud DJ music

Renowned Jatra artist Devi Prasad Rath, 71, passed away at his Paradipgarh home. His family attributes his death to a heart attack, reportedly triggered by loud DJ music during Kartik Purnima celebrations. Rath, a celebrated figure in folk theatre for five decades, left an indelible mark on over 20 plays.