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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Odisha Police prepares massive security for Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra
Odisha Police has prepared massive security arrangements for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath later this month, an official said on Tuesday. Director General of Police Y B Khurania on Monday held a high-level meeting with top police officers including those looking after intelligence, law and order, rail and coastal security. He ordered them to give special attention to incidents like possible stampede situation, drive against criminals and devotees amenities. The DGP also stressed on the deployment of K9 squad or dog squad, the official said. Several Union ministers and many VVIPs are likely to visit Puri during the Rath Yatra as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has invited many Union ministers and chief ministers of NDA-ruled states to visit Puri during the Rath Yatra. Last year President Droupadi Murmu had witnessed the Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The DGP also directed to ensure smooth traffic movement, barricade arrangements, and quick resolution of various problems in collaboration with the district administration. The meeting also discussed the issue of dealing with emergency situations, the official said. Installation of CCTV at various important places in the city, road dividers, traffic zones for traffic management, adequate parking arrangements at various places in the city, maintenance of an orderly traffic system and others were discussed in the meeting. Similarly, patrolling by police on the sea beach and opening of temporary police outposts there were also discussed in detail. The Odisha police expect a congregation of lakhs of devotees during the Rath Yatra festival which is celebrated for about a fortnight. While the Lord's bathing ceremony 'Snan Yatra' will be observed on June 11, the Rath Yatra and chariot pulling is scheduled on June 27. Devotees in large numbers also congregate in Puri on 'Naba Jouban darshan' day (new face darshan) on June 26, a day before chariot pulling. The Hera Panchami festival will be held on July 1 followed by Sandhya Darshan on July 4 and Bahuda Yatra (return car festival) on July 5. The Suna Besha (golden attire on chariot) on July 6, Adharpana (drink offering) ritual on July 7 and finally Niladri Bije (return to temple) on July 8, will mark the end of the Rath Yatra festival.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Odisha Police prepares massive security arrangements for Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra in Puri
Cuttack, Odisha Police has prepared massive security arrangements for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath later this month, an official said on Tuesday. Director General of Police Y B Khurania on Monday held a high-level meeting with top police officers including those looking after intelligence, law and order, rail and coastal security. He ordered them to give special attention to incidents like possible stampede situation, drive against criminals and devotees amenities. The DGP also stressed on the deployment of K9 squad or dog squad, the official said. Several Union ministers and many VVIPs are likely to visit Puri during the Rath Yatra as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has invited many Union ministers and chief ministers of NDA-ruled states to visit Puri during the Rath Yatra. Last year President Droupadi Murmu had witnessed the Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The DGP also directed to ensure smooth traffic movement, barricade arrangements, and quick resolution of various problems in collaboration with the district administration. The meeting also discussed the issue of dealing with emergency situations, the official said. Installation of CCTV at various important places in the city, road dividers, traffic zones for traffic management, adequate parking arrangements at various places in the city, maintenance of an orderly traffic system and others were discussed in the meeting. Similarly, patrolling by police on the sea beach and opening of temporary police outposts there were also discussed in detail. The Odisha police expect a congregation of lakhs of devotees during the Rath Yatra festival which is celebrated for about a fortnight. While the Lord's bathing ceremony 'Snan Yatra' will be observed on June 11, the Rath Yatra and chariot pulling is scheduled on June 27. Devotees in large numbers also congregate in Puri on 'Naba Jouban darshan' day on June 26, a day before chariot pulling. The Hera Panchami festival will be held on July 1 followed by Sandhya Darshan on July 4 and Bahuda Yatra on July 5. The Suna Besha on July 6, Adharpana ritual on July 7 and finally Niladri Bije on July 8, will mark the end of the Rath Yatra festival.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
SJTA, ASI officials discuss Puri temple projects
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on Saturday discussed ongoing and future conservation projects at the 12th century Jagannath Temple in Puri. Chief administrator of SJTA, Arabinda Padhee, held the high-level meeting with the director general of the ASI, Yaduvendra Singh Rawat, and discussed collaborative steps between the two institutions to ensure the structural integrity, aesthetic grandeur, and spiritual sanctity of the temple. "This collaboration between ASI and SJTA is crucial for preserving this iconic temple's architectural heritage and cultural significance," Padhee said after the meeting. Among the key topics discussed was the conservation and restoration work within the sanctum sanctorum (Garbha-Griha) of the temple, which needs to be taken up with urgency and precision before the annual Ratha Yatra begins on June 27. The ASI assured timely intervention to minimise any impact on rituals or pilgrim movement. The completion of balance conservation and repair works of the Ratna Bhandar, the temple's treasure house, was also given priority. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The SJTA urged ASI for expeditious action on this front to ensure both safety and sanctity. In line with the temple's vision to become more inclusive, the officials reviewed the status of the ramp system under construction at the North Gate, which aimed to facilitate the entry of elderly and differently-abled devotees. Padhee stressed the need for early completion to improve accessibility. Proposals for air conditioning in the nata mandapa, where temple rituals and cultural events are held, and facade lighting for the main temple structure were also tabled. These improvements are expected to enhance both pilgrim comfort and the temple's visual appeal, especially during festive evenings, official sources said. The ASI team discussed plans for conservation of the sloping roof of the Jagamohana, a critical architectural feature of the temple. Also, the need for lightning arrestors on high-rise subsidiary temples such as Bimala, Mahalaxmi, Bhubaneswari, Adi Nrusingha, and Surya temples was emphasised for safety. To strengthen the ageing support structures, the meeting also reviewed the reinforcement of vertical steel columns provided beneath the cantilever chali stone of both Jagamohana and Bhoga mandapa. Besides, chemical cleaning and surface treatment of the outer stone surfaces of the main temple to preserve its intricate carvings and to combat the effects of weathering and pollution were also discussed. Many senior officers of both SJTA and ASI were present during the meeting.
