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India Gazette
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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi visits Alarnath temple, seeks blessings for state's prosperity
Brahmagiri (Odisha) [India], June 22 (ANI): Odisha chief minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, visited the revered Sri Alarnath Temple in Brahmagiri along with his family and Brahmagiri MLA Upasana Mohapatra on Sunday. The Chief Minister offered prayers and sought the divine blessings of Maha Prabhu Alarnath, a significant deity worshipped during the Anavasara period of Lord Jagannath. Following the Dev Snan Purnima, when Lord Jagannath, along with elder brother Lord Balabhadra and sister Mata Subhadra, is believed to fall ill and take rest (Anavasara), devotees turn to Lord Alarnath at Brahmagiri for darshan. During this time, the temple witnesses a massive influx of devotees, who come seeking the blessings of Alarnath Ji. CM Majhi, during his visit, also interacted with devotees present inside the temple premises, joining them in reverence and prayers. Sharing his thoughts in a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Chief Minister said, 'Today, I visited Lord Alarnath at Brahmagiri and sought his blessings. May the grace of Lord Alarnath always be upon the state and its people and may his blessings give us the strength to achieve the goal of a prosperous Odisha.' Apart from this, CM Majhi on Sunday conducted a review meeting at the Town Hall of Puri Municipality regarding the preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra scheduled to begin on June 27. He stated that the administration is fully prepared to conduct the Rath Yatra smoothly. Majhi said, 'We held a meeting today to ensure efficient preparations for the Rath Yatra. The final review meeting is over. Today was the final meeting on security review. We discussed everything in detail. We are taking various steps for security in view of the incidents that happen every year. We deployed coast guards at sea, called in security forces. We have taken several steps to control traffic. AI camera and drone camera will be used for surveillance, and helicopters will also be used if required.' During the meeting, the Chief Minister stressed the importance of making the Rath Yatra completely incident-free. He instructed the administration to ensure that all operations -- police deployment, traffic control, fire safety measures, etc. -- are properly managed so that devotees can participate in the Yatra in an orderly and disciplined manner. (ANI)
India Gazette
11-06-2025
- General
- India Gazette
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi feels blessed after Jagannath darshan, prays for peaceful Rath Yatra ahead
Puri (Odisha) [India], June 11 (ANI): On the auspicious occasion of Snana Purnima, Chief Minister of Odisha Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday offered prayers at the revered Shree Jagannatha Temple in Puri and expressed his deep devotion after having darshan of Lord Jagannatha and His divine siblings. Speaking to reporters, CM Majhi said, 'Today is Mahaprabhu's Dev Snan Purnima, and with it, I had the privilege of witnessing the rituals including the Pahandi Vijay, the Mangal Aarti, and the holy bathing ceremony. I feel deeply blessed to have received the darshan of Mahaprabhu Jagannath.' Highlighting the spiritual importance of the occasion and looking ahead to the upcoming Rath Yatra, the Chief Minister said, 'The entire world seeks blessings from Mahaprabhu, and I have prayed for the well-being of all. A large number of devotees will arrive to witness the Rath Yatra, and I have sought Lord Jagannatha's blessings to ensure the successful and smooth conduct of the grand festival for the people of Odisha.' Earlier today, CM Majhi participated in the Pahandi rituals and Snana Utsav of Lord Jagannath, marking his presence at key religious ceremonies ahead of the annual Rath Yatra festival. The Pahandi rituals, considered a vital component of the Rath Yatra, involve the ceremonial procession of the deities--Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra--from the sanctum sanctorum of the Jagannath Temple to their respective chariots. The elaborate ritual accompanies traditional chants, gongs, and conches as the deities are brought out grandly and reverentially. Meanwhile, the construction of Lord Jagannath's chariot for the annual Rath Yatra festival commenced in Puri, Odisha. The work began on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya, April 30, marking the start of the preparations for the revered festival. The Rath Yatra, also known as the 'Festival of Chariots,' is a significant event in the Hindu calendar, where Lord Jagannath, along with his siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, is taken out in a grand procession on chariots through the streets of Puri. The festival attracts millions of devotees from around the world. The construction of the chariots is a meticulous process, with skilled artisans and craftsmen working tirelessly to complete the intricate designs and structures. The chariots are built using traditional techniques and materials, adhering to the ancient rituals and customs associated with the festival. This year, the Jagannath Rath Yatra will commence on June 27. According to the Hindu calendar, the festival is celebrated on the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha (waxing moon fortnight) in Ashadh. As the construction of the chariots progresses, preparations for the Rath Yatra are underway in full swing. The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration is working diligently to ensure that all arrangements are in place for the smooth conduct of the festival. Devotees eagerly await the Rath Yatra, celebrating Lord Jagannath and his siblings' divine journey. The festival is a testament to Odisha's rich cultural heritage and traditions and is expected to draw large crowds to Puri. (ANI)
