The Lord Jagannath temple in Puri will be inaccessible to the public for five hours this evening due to the Banakalagi ritual, coinciding with Asadha Sukla Purnima.
The Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri is set for the upcoming Rath Yatra on July 16, with comprehensive plans in place for rituals and security to accommodate large crowds of devotees.
The Yam Shila, or Yama’s Stone, in Jagannath Temple holds unique significance for devotees, symbolizing the spiritual journey and the absolution of sins. As Rath Yatra approaches, the customs surrounding this stone are highlighted.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh are scheduled to visit a model school in Bhogapuram after attending the ‘Snana Yatra’ in Puri.
Puri is set to celebrate the Deba Snana Purnima on June 29, a key ritual before the Rath Yatra, featuring a ceremonial bath for the deities and extensive security measures for the expected crowds.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the removal of the word ‘dham’ from the Digha Jagannath temple complex after a request from Odisha’s Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Inspector General of Police Dr. Satyajit Naik conducted a review of security measures for the upcoming Snana Purnima at Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri.
Servitors from Puri’s Jagannath Temple are urging the new BJP leadership in Bengal to drop the ‘Dham’ suffix from the Digha temple, following objections from Odisha officials.
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