Bhubaneswar, Dec 9 :  The Biju Patnaik Playground in the capital city here on Saturday transformed into a splendid canvas where automobile masterpieces were displayed, each narrating its unique story of refinement and sophistication.

From vintage Rolls-Royces to classic Jaguars , the event offered a rare glimpse into the evolution of automobile design and engineering.

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, inaugurated the first Odisha Concours D ‘ Elegance , first-of-its-kind vintage and classic car exhibition in the region.

The event showcases over 50 meticulously restored and impeccably preserved cars from across India.

The inaugural edition presented a dazzling array of automobile marvels, each standing as a testament to the rich history and craftsmanship of bygone eras.

The cars displayed include a 1886 replica of the Benz Moterwagen, Rolls Royce 20/25 of 1934, A Bugatti T$$ GRAND PRIX of 1929 , FORD v of 1932 , MOON 6-42 of 1920 , Cadillac coupe of 1947 , JAGUAR MK 2 SALOON OF 1962 and many more classics.

The event was organised with support of Odisha Tourism ‘Odisha-India’s Best kept Secret’, in association with HMCI, EIMG, VCCCI, HCAI, KVCCC and sponsored by Falcon, DN Group, Khimji, LYFE Hotel, WGH and MGM Minerals Limited.

Dharmaditya Patnaik, the curator of Odisha Concours and a vintage car collector himself, expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm for the overwhelming response to the event.

He said “We are thrilled to witness the success of the 1st Odisha Concours D’ Elegance, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for inaugurating this historic event.

The Chief Minister commended the organizers for their initiative in preserving and showcasing the heritage associated with vintage and classic automobiles.

He expressed his delight at the diverse collection on display and emphasized the importance of such events in fostering a deeper appreciation for our automobile legacy.