bajaryapti
Bajaryapti is a term originating from the Marathi language, predominantly used in the state of Maharashtra, India. It literally translates to "public announcement" or "proclamation." Historically, bajaryapti referred to a formal public declaration made by a ruling authority, such as a king or a government official, to inform the populace about new laws, decrees, important events, or significant decisions. These announcements were crucial for disseminating information in times when literacy rates were low and mass media as we know it did not exist.
The method of delivering a bajaryapti varied. It could involve town criers or heralds making announcements
While the traditional form of bajaryapti is largely obsolete in modern times, the concept of public announcement