Summary:
Barasat: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the 24th Yatra Festival here on Friday afternoon. After coming to power in 2011, Banerjee has given special emphasis on the revival of Yatra and folk culture. Many of the Yatra artistes had since changed their vocation. The month-long festival has given economic boost to the Yatra troupes. State Sports minister Aroop Biswas and well-known Yatra artistes were present at the inaugural session of the festival..