Purple Dandiya Raas Theme Hand-painted Pattachitra SareePattachitra Paintings are one of the most famous and oldest art forms of Odisha. The name "Pattachitra" comes from the Sanskrit word Patta which stands for canvas or chitra. It is a painting done on canvas with rich and colourful motifs and designs. These paintings showcase simple themes, mostly mythological characters. Several dancers are completely engrossed in their art and dance, giving us a glimpse of the time when kings used to entertain