From the archive record
A lively commercial scene unfolds around the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose (NSCB) Arcade on Jail Road in the Dargah Bazar and Oriya Bazar area of Cuttack, Odisha. As one of the city's prominent shopping destinations, the arcade and its surrounding streets attract shoppers, commuters, and local residents throughout the day. The area is home to a diverse mix of retail outlets, branded stores, restaurants, and service businesses. Major retail establishments, apparel showrooms, department stores, and food chains contribute to the vibrant commercial atmosphere, making the neighborhood a popular destination for shopping and leisure. Outside, Jail Road remains busy with motorcycles, auto-rickshaws, scooters, and pedestrians moving through the narrow urban corridor. Local businesses display merchand