By Our Correspondent
PURI/BHUBANESWAR: The Jagannath Temple in Puri reopened its doors for all devotees after two days to curb the spread of coronavirus amid rising Omicron cases across the State.
DGP SK Bansal with family paid a visit to the 12th century old shrine and offered prayers. DGP Bansal also enquired about security measures put in place at the Temple. He also advised senior police officrs to strictly implement COVID-19 guidelines.
The devotees can enter the temple for the darshan of Lords from 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM on all days. However, the temple will remain closed for public darshan on all Sundays as per the SOP.