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Jagannath Rath Yatra preparations in full swing, check latest updates- In pics

The Rath Yatra will be aired on TV and social media platforms as well.

Devotees carry a statue of Lord Jagannath made of Neem wood

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Devotees carry a statue of Lord Jagannath made of Neem wood

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday sought the cooperation of all including devotees for the smooth conduction of Lord Jagannath`s annual Ratha Yatra this year with strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols.

 

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In the 'Mameru', the head priest displays clothes, jewelleries, and turbans of Lord Jagannath

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In the 'Mameru', the head priest displays clothes, jewelleries, and turbans of Lord Jagannath

According to a press release, CM reviewed the preparation for Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra at Puri amid COVID-19 restrictions.

 

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Devotees take part in a ritual of Lord Jagannath, Balbhadra and Subhadra during jal yatra procession before rath yatra festival

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Devotees take part in a ritual of Lord Jagannath, Balbhadra and Subhadra during jal yatra procession before rath yatra festival

Patnaik said like last year, this year we are going through a critical situation the pandemic, hence the whole world will witness Car Festival through television and social media, accordingly, all the rituals of loads Jagannath should be done timely by following the COVID-19 guidelines.

 

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Police personnel patrol on the route ahead of annual Rath Yatra

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Police personnel patrol on the route ahead of annual Rath Yatra

Speaking about the pandemic Patnaik said that "Although the second wave of COVID is coming down, the danger is not over yet. The Chief Minister seeks Mahaprabhu`s to conduct of Rath Yatra smoothly.

 

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Hindu devotees look at Lord Jagannath 'Mameru' ahead of annual Rath Yatra

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Hindu devotees look at Lord Jagannath 'Mameru' ahead of annual Rath Yatra

Joining the meeting, Health and Family Welfare Minister Nab Das said that special arrangements have been made for Rath Yatra amid COVID-19, arrangements have been done for RT-PCR testing of all servitors, Police, and administrative personnel, besides along with other medical emergency units.DGP, Abhay stated at the meeting that "All security measures have been taken up by the police administration for smooth conduct of Rath Yatra.

 

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