By Our Correspondent
PURI/BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday reviewed the preparations for the world famous Rath Jatra slated for 12 July and expressed his pleasure over the arrangements that were put in place.
“Kalia Thakur will be seen all over the world on television and social media. So the Lord’s rituals needs to be completed on time. In addition, the COVID-19 rule must be followed properly during the rituals,” he said. “I pray Mahaprabhu for a happy ending to the Rath Jatra this year,” Chief Minister Patnaik added while complementing everyone concerned for the successful conduct of the festival last year.
Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration Dr Krishan Kumar informed about all the arrangements made for the Rath Jatra. Chief Secretary Suresh Mahapatra, Development Commissioner PK Jena, Puri Collector Samarth Verma and senior officials attended the review which was coordinated by Chief Minister’s Secretary 5-T VK Pandian.
Health and Family Welfare Minister Nabkishore Das said that special arrangements have been made for health care during the rath yatra. “All tests are in place for the service and all relevant officials, including the COVID-19 test, vaccination, First Aid centers, Ambulances, medical aid posts and the Puri General Hospital,” he said.Law Minister Pratap Jena said with blessings of Lord Jagannath, the Rath Jatra would end this year without any hurdle.
